While December may be somewhat slower in terms of real estate sales, there always is high interest in the family-oriented towns of New Providence and Summit, says Timoney. Merchants get involved and offer prizes, refreshments and shopping. These types of community events attract potential buyers from around the state, who may be interested in moving to the area, she explains. The fact that area homes are festively decorated attracts potential buyers, notes Frank Torre, broker and office manager with Prudential Pioneer in Bridgewater. The whole holiday season is so nice.
Houses are pretty and decorated, which means they show well.
In fact, some sellers actually like to have their home on the market during the holidays. They'll put up four or five trees and really do it up. Torre says that there are a few drawbacks when it comes to home shopping during the holiday season. Number one, the daylight hours are shortened, which limits your viewing. Number two, during the holidays, some sellers don't want to show their homes and have Realtors coming through while they have a house full of people or a party.