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Only you will know when the best time to sell you home will be – the weather does not change a thing! Selling your home in the winter compared to the traditionally sought after spring market can have many unforeseen benefits.

The way we search for homes has changed, as we no longer drive around desired neighbourhoods searching for the perfect home that just happens to be for sale. According to the U.S.-based National Association of Realtors, nine out of 10 homebuyers now search for homes online – at their workplaces, on their smart phones and from the comfort of their homes after dark. The weather has no impact anymore.

Contrary to popular opinion, there are several advantages to putting your home up or leaving it on the market during wintertime.

Less competition – Sellers who stick out the market through the winter actually significantly increase their chances of selling because the inventory of available homes is smaller. Buyers that are looking in the winter are more likely to be serious about buying than those who roam open houses for the fun of it.

Make it about you – You may think that taking your home off the market during the holidays will reduce the stress of unexpected showings; however you could chance missing a likely prospect. Rather than accepting showings at short notice, change your showing procedure to require advanced notice. This way you can still enjoy the privacy of your home during the holidays while keeping buyers interested.

Relocation – More corporate moves occur during January than any other month of the year, so why not capitalize on those who need to relocate for work!

Homes show well during the winter because they are festive and inviting both inside and out. Prospective buyers will be able to see themselves in your home feeling the same sense of celebration the next year, making the sale easier than you ever expected.


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  On behalf of Jennifer and I, we would like to thank you for all of the hard work you put into finding us our first home together. It is very reassuring to find someone who really takes the time to make sure that every little thing is done right. Jennifer and I spent months looking for a place to live. We both had very specific requests which didn't always make it easy for you.

By taking the time to ask us the right questions you were able to find our dream house. I must say that you went above and beyond taking a large amount of your time showing us different properties. As I'm sure that you would agree, I am very particular and I like to see every house that is out there before I make a decision. I have worked with REALTORS in the past that were only concerned about "closing the deal" and earning their commission. I never got that feeling from you. I always believed that you had our best interests at heart. I would not hesitate to call you in the future if we are looking for a larger property or investment property. Your knowledge of the Hamilton-Burlington market is quite extensive.

Jen and I are extremely happy and would recommend your services to anyone interested in purchasing a home or investment property.

Adam Berti, Hamilton, ON

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