As summer winds down and autumn begins, many believe the real estate market slows to a crawl—or that homes are harder to sell in fall. But that’s not always the case. Below are some myths people often believe, followed by truths that can help you approach fall selling in the strongest possible way.
Reality: The exterior of your home still plays a big role—maybe even more so. Leaves, debris, and overgrown lawns can distract potential buyers. Keeping walkways clean, trimming trees, tending to gutters, and maintaining yard appearance go a long way. Even adding hardy plants or autumnal touches can help make a home feel cared for and inviting.
Reality: While the temperatures drop outside, you can make the interior feel warm and comfortable. A fresh coat of paint in warmer hues, cozy throws, soft pillows, and good lighting all help counter the chill. Subtle changes like this make a big impression without significant expense.
Reality: Price is always important. In every season, incorrectly pricing a home tends to be more detrimental than almost any other mistake. Fall doesn’t give license to overprice. Market conditions—supply, demand, economic trends—still matter. Accurate pricing matched with local comparables and current trends is essential.
Reality: The paperwork might be signed, but there’s still a lot to do. Scheduling movers, getting family or friends lined up to help, coordinating logistics—it all needs advance planning. In autumn, people’s schedules fill up quickly. Moving day logistics can become a headache if left until the last minute. Planning ahead can make the transition smooth.
Fall can actually be a great time to sell. While the pace might differ from summer, buyers are still active, often more serious, and often less distracted. With good preparation and realistic expectations, “fall” doesn’t mean “s
As summer winds down and autumn begins, many believe the real estate market slows to a crawl—or that homes are harder to sell in fall. But that’s not always the case. Below are some myths people often believe, followed by truths that can help you approach fall selling in the strongest possible way.
Reality: The exterior of your home still plays a big role—maybe even more so. Leaves, debris, and overgrown lawns can distract potential buyers. Keeping walkways clean, trimming trees, tending to gutters, and maintaining yard appearance go a long way. Even adding hardy plants or autumnal touches can help make a home feel cared for and inviting.
Reality: While the temperatures drop outside, you can make the interior feel warm and comfortable. A fresh coat of paint in warmer hues, cozy throws, soft pillows, and good lighting all help counter the chill. Subtle changes like this make a big impression without significant expense.
Reality: Price is always important. In every season, incorrectly pricing a home tends to be more detrimental than almost any other mistake. Fall doesn’t give license to overprice. Market conditions—supply, demand, economic trends—still matter. Accurate pricing matched with local comparables and current trends is essential.
Reality: The paperwork might be signed, but there’s still a lot to do. Scheduling movers, getting family or friends lined up to help, coordinating logistics—it all needs advance planning. In autumn, people’s schedules fill up quickly. Moving day logistics can become a headache if left until the last minute. Planning ahead can make the transition smooth.
Fall can actually be a great time to sell. While the pace might differ from summer, buyers are still active, often more serious, and often less distracted. With good preparation and realistic expectations, “fall” doesn’t mean “s
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