Many homeowners we speak to naturally put off big decisions like selling until the 'New Year, New Start.' While that sounds completely understandable, here at DB Roberts Estate Agents, we have a secret to share: getting your home valuation and listing your property now, before the New Year, offers significant advantages that could lead to a faster, smoother and more successful sale in Telford, Wellington, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Cannock or Wolverhampton.

If you're thinking about selling your home, don't delay. The time to act is now.

1. Less Competition, More Attention 

The period between late November and Christmas sees a natural dip in new listings. This reduction in the total number of homes for sale is your golden opportunity!

Your Home Stands Out: With fewer properties to compete with, your listing gets maximum visibility among motivated buyers.

Serious Buyers Only:  People actively viewing homes in December are rarely just browsing. They are typically highly committed, with a pressing need or goal to move early in the new year. This means higher-quality viewings and a stronger chance of an offer.

2. The Boxing Day Bounce: Capture the Post-Christmas Surge 

Every year, property portals like Rightmove and Zoopla report massive surges in traffic between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. This is known as the 'Boxing Day Bounce.'

Get Found First: If your home is already listed online before Christmas, you are perfectly positioned to capture this audience of 'new year new home' planners.

Ready for Action: While other sellers are just booking their home valuations in January, your property will be front and centre, collecting enquiries from the very first day of the New Year surge.

3. Take Control: Enjoy a Relaxed Christmas & New Year

Selling a home can be stressful, especially if you rush the process. By getting your valuation now, we can complete all the necessary administrative steps, from paperwork to photography, without you having to rush or interrupt your Christmas and New Year plans.

Valuation, Photography & Marketing Ready:  We can complete your home valuation, professional photography and marketing materials in early December. This means your home can go live smoothly before Christmas, but you can schedule viewings to work around your holiday plans.

Faster Completion Times: The quiet period means estate agents and conveyancers are often less inundated, potentially leading to faster processing of initial paperwork. By the time January arrives, you'll be ahead of the curve, ready to accept an offer and aim for a springtime completion.

Ready to Find Out What Your Home is Worth?

Choosing the right estate agents is the first step to a successful sale. At DB Roberts, we combine local expertise across Telford, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas with a proactive approach to selling homes.

Whether you're in the busy town centre of Wolverhampton, the historic streets of Shrewsbury, a family area of Telford or the commuter belt of Stafford, we understand your local market dynamics.

The best time to start planning your move is right now.

➡️ Get started today! Book your free, no-obligation home valuation with one of our local property experts.