I do however, have a few openings before the first. Pleeeeaaase, I'll be your best friend. The success with which this stall is able to handled is directly related to the quality of the relationship that's been built with your prospect or customer. A good relationship allows more liberty to press for immediate action. A weak relationship will mean you wait until after the holiday.
Prevention is the best cure.
If you know this objection is coming, do something before it happens. Prevention of objections and stalls is the most obvious, most powerful, and least used sales technique. Set price raises in September to take effect Jan. 1. Announce them right away and communicate them weekly into the holiday season. Create a holiday special.