Real Estate During the Holidays with That 1 Realtor Guy

Oh how I love this time of year… where every corner of the house is either sparkling with joy or teetering on chaos. Thanksgiving at my place was a perfect mix of love, laughter, way too much pie, and my golden retriever puppy Niner devouring an entire tray of rolls when nobody was looking. Our house was packed to the brim, and my heart is full.

Now that Thanksgiving leftovers are history, my wife Natasha is in full Christmas mode. Decorations are up, carols are blasting, and we’ve already made our annual pilgrimage to Sleigh Bells in Sherwood. For 17 years, this family tradition has been a highlight: cutting down our Christmas tree, sipping hot chocolate, a picture or two with Santa, snagging an ornament for each of us, and indulging in a little fudge (okay, a lot of fudge). If you’ve never been, I highly recommend it—it’s like stepping into a Hallmark movie.

The Holiday Season: Magical, Stressful…and the Perfect Time for Real Estate?

Let’s get real—the holidays are wonderful, but they can also be stressful. Between the twinkling lights and crowded malls, life doesn’t always wait for the “perfect time” to buy or sell a home. Job relocations, growing families, and life changes don’t care that your living room is covered in wrapping paper and tinsel. And honestly? That’s where I come in.

That 1 Realtor Guy (that’s me) is here to help you navigate the pros and cons of buying or selling during the holiday season—because, believe it or not, there can be some real advantages to making a move right now.

The Pros of Holiday Real Estate

1. Motivated Buyers and Sellers: If someone is braving showings and offers while juggling cookie swaps and office parties, they mean business.
2. Less Competition: Fewer homes on the market and less buyers shopping can mean less competition for buyers and more visibility for sellers.
3. Homes Look Magical: Is it just me, or does everything look better with twinkling lights and a touch of garland?
4. Tax Breaks: Closing before the year ends can have some financial perks (hello, deductions!).

The Cons (Because Real Estate Isn’t All Eggnog and Cheer)

1. Timing Challenges: Scheduling showings or moving trucks during the busiest season of the year can feel like herding reindeer.
2. Winter Weather: The occasional snow shower and abundance of rain we get are not your home’s best friends.
3. Limited Inventory and Limited Shoppers: While less competition is great, it also means fewer options for buyers.  Less shoppers means that your home could sit on the market a little longer this time of year.

How I Can Help

Whether you’re navigating the process while decorating your tree or you’re worried about making an offer during the office Secret Santa, I’ve got your back. My job is to make buying or selling a home as stress-free as possible—even if it means staging your house to look like a gingerbread dream or negotiating a deal while sipping hot cocoa.  Ultimately my goal is to help you achieve yours by helping your navigate any market scenario and coming up with the best gameplan that will help you get everything you want (or as close to is as possible).

Life Doesn’t Wait, and Neither Should You

The holidays may be hectic, but they’re also a time for reflection and gratitude. For me, this time of year reminds me how lucky I am to help people find homes to fill with memories, joy, and even a few holiday mishaps (burnt cookies, or puppy chaos).

So, whether you’re ready to make a move or just need advice, reach out. I’m always happy to help, with a side of humor, expertise, spiked eggnog, and maybe even some leftover fudge.

Wishing you a holiday season filled with love, laughter, and maybe a little real estate magic,
That 1 Realtor Guy (Kevin)

P.S. If you’re looking for me, I’m probably untangling Christmas lights (think Clark Griswold from Christmas Vacation) or sneaking another slice of fudge. Happy Holidays!