Pro's and Con's of selling in the winter!

  Make no mistake about it selling a home over the winter months here in Central Illinois can be a challenge.  Scheduling conflicts with work parties, Christmas, Hanukkah, New years not to mention the impacts of mother nature.  But it's not all doom and gloom!  Lets start with the con's to selling your home in the winter months.

• Scheduling conflicts with the holidays.
• Horrible and sometimes unpredictable weather.
• Less showings
• Moving during such frigid temperatures.
• Getting anybody to help you move.
• Your yard and roof can't be seen very well when covered with snow!
• Many buyers needing grant's may be out of luck, by winter most have dried up.

  As I said previously, it't not all doom and gloom though.  Here are some positive reasons to list during the winter months.

• Less inventory could lead to more showings.
• Usually only the more serious buyers are willing to brave frigid temps to see homes.
• These buyers tend to be much more qualified and ready to buy than other times of the year.
• Moving company's may have cheaper rate on moving trucks/equipment.
• Quicker availability in some cases for inspections, contractors etc.
• Tax refunds make for a great down payment help for buyers!

  In some cases it would be advantageous to sell during the winter months, sometimes it could hurt.  Each situation can and will be different.  If you would like to talk about your options please contact us today!  Info@mhghomes.com,  

Keith McKeever