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Change of season - change of scenery

Does the change of season affect house sales?

Real estate agents will tell you that 'Now' is always the best time to sell, but if pressed will confess that the January-March period is their busiest, while the rest of the year remains steady with the exception of Christmas.

Longer days, better weather and time available over the holiday period are probable reasons for this.

On the other hand, many people believe that winter is the best time to buy. Why? Because that's when they can see the property at its worst and perhaps spot any potentially expensive problems such as roof leaks, rising damp or drainage problems.

Whenever you choose to sell, you need to get the house looking its best. With its stable weather pattern, autumn is usually the best time to tackle those essential household maintenance tasks. Clean the gutters, sweep up fallen leaves, crack open a tin of paint, give the garden a mini-makeover and get your house looking like a great buy!

Once you've given your house the DIY treatment, treat yourself to a free property market appraisal and see the real value of your hard work. Remember that if people buy in summer, they're thinking of buying in winter so if your house is well-priced and properly marketed, you will attract buyers at almost any time.

If you don't have a regular real estate contact, I would be more than happy to int rod uce you to a local real estate for a free no-obligation market appraisal.

For further information please contact Mike Lloyd at mike@fusionfinance.com.au

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