Summer is a great time to list your home because it is a time of transition for many people. School is out, people are moving and changing their plans for the coming season. Oftentimes, people are going on vacation and if they are looking to relocate, summer provides a prime opportunity for checking out new places to live.
If you have been thinking about a new transition either as a seller or a buyer, Oklahoma is a great place to make it happen! As a seasoned realtor, I work with homeowners, first-time home buyers, investors, and more in the process of home buying and selling.
Here are some great tips on why the summer months present opportunities for all parties involved to make that leap of faith in either process.
Seller Tips For Summer Listings
- The warmer weather allows for your home to be presented in a more attractive way than the winter months. Having a well-kept lawn and landscaping can make your home really stand out and add great curb appeal.
- If you have a pool, this can be a huge selling point for potential buyers to see the pool open and envision themselves entertaining there.
- Summer weather often allows potential buyers to get out and view Open Houses more readily in the sunny vibes. Sometimes listing in the colder months with the unpredictable Oklahoma weather can deter buyers away or prevent them from attending an open house.
- Listing in the summer often allows for out-of-state buyers, or those looking to relocate, to be able to view your home quickly and purchase fast. These buyers are often needing to make big changes quickly due to school being out or new jobs starting in the fall.
- Targeting students is another great way to tap into another market in the summer months. People of all ages move to new places for college and that is often an untapped market in winter months. Take advantage of this segment, especially here in Norman with The University of Oklahoma close by, and list your home for this potential buyer.
Buyer Tips for Purchasing in the Summer
- If you are looking to buy in the summer, it can be a competitive time, but that is to your advantage! You will have more variety to choose from allowing for a great opportunity to find the home of your dreams!
- The weather is also a great factor for buyers as it is for sellers. With the warmer months, you can view more homes at once and make it to Open Houses on the weekends.
- Oftentimes with the fluctuation of interest rates and incentives, since the summer months seem to be such a hot time to list, interest rates tend to be great at this time as well. I can connect you with a lender to help in the pre-approval process.
- If you have kids in school, buying a home in the summer can make a much easier transition for everyone. It allows for some downtime and regrouping before the school year gets kicked off again.
Are you thinking about buying or selling a home this summer? Reach out to me! I'd love to help you with either process. I have worked with out-of-state buyers and local, whatever your situation, I can help you make the transition easy and painless!
405-655-2501
®Alaina Legendre - Dillard Cies Real Estate
