Seize the Season: Why Autumn is the Perfect Time to Secure Your Post-Christmas Move!
Here at Morton Reeves with decades of experience guiding countless clients through every twist and turn of the property market, we understand that moving home is a significant life event. We pride ourselves on offering not just expertise, but genuine, customer-focused support to ensure your journey is as smooth and successful as possible.
And right now, as the leaves turn gold and the air gets crisp, we have some fantastic news for those of you dreaming of settling into your new home in the New Year: The Autumn property market offers a golden window of opportunity to secure a move just after Christmas!
The Charm of the Autumn Market
Many people traditionally think of Spring as the ideal time to buy or sell. While a busy market has its benefits, the Autumn period often provides a more focused, strategic environment that can work brilliantly in a savvy buyer or seller’s favour.
- Serious Sellers and Motivated Buyers
As the year draws to a close, those who are listing their homes now are typically highly motivated to sell before the calendar turns. Similarly, the buyers actively house-hunting in October and November are generally serious, committed individuals who are keen to finalise their plans. This translates to more meaningful viewings, fewer timewasters, and often quicker, more focused negotiations.
- The Ideal Timeline for a Festive Move
Let’s talk logistics. Once you’ve found your perfect property and had an offer accepted, the legal and financial process (conveyancing, mortgages, surveys) typically takes around 12 weeks.
- Secure your offer in late October/early November.
- Spend December preparing and enjoying the festive season.
- Complete and collect the keys in early-to-mid January!
Imagine: all the stress of the process is behind you by Christmas, leaving you free to truly relax and celebrate. You can then start the New Year with the exciting prospect of packing up and moving into your wonderful new residence. It’s the perfect fresh start!
- Focused Professional Services
The peak Spring/Summer rush often means conveyancers, surveyors, and mortgage brokers are operating at maximum capacity. In the Autumn, while still busy, these vital professionals may have slightly more capacity, potentially contributing to a smoother, more efficient transaction process.
How Morton Reeves Can Help You Seize This Opportunity
Our experienced team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you capitalise on the Autumn market’s benefits:
- Accurate Valuation: We’ll provide a precise valuation to ensure your property is competitively priced for a swift sale to a serious buyer.
- Strategic Marketing: Our professional photography and targeted marketing ensures your property stands out to motivated buyers who are ready to proceed.
- Proactive Progression: Once an offer is accepted, we don’t just leave it there. We are constantly chasing updates, liaising between solicitors and brokers, and proactively solving any challenges to drive your move towards that post-Christmas date.
Don’t wait for the New Year’s crowds to start your search! The Autumn market is a smart, strategic time to make your property dreams a reality.
If a stress-free January move-in is on your wishlist, give our friendly and experienced team a call today on 01603 432000 or pop into our office at next to Sainsburys in Thorpe St Andrew.
We look forward to helping you move!
