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How to position a listing for last-minute December shoppers ✨

Late-season buyers are some of the most motivated. Give them every reason to say yes:

• Keep lights warm and inviting for late-afternoon showings
• Share flexible closing options so buyers can move before January
• Make sure your pricing reflects current comps, not early-fall numbers

Quick, thoughtful adjustments now can turn a December showing into a signed contract tomorrow.

Thinking of making 2026 the year you move?

✔️ Confirm your pre-approval now — rates and lender timelines can shift over the holidays.

✔️ Tighten your must-have list so you’re ready when January listings appear.

✔️ Block key dates for touring and closing before your calendar fills up.

All you need is a little planning now, and you’ll be ready to write an offer the moment the right home hits the market.

According to Realtor, by mid-December, new listings typically fall by nearly 30% compared with November. That’s leverage for anyone looking to sell their home.

Stay active:

✔ Swap out listing photos to trigger new algorithm placements
✔ Re-engage agents who toured early
✔ Offer flexible closing windows to appeal to year-end movers

At eXp, we track these shifts in real time so your listing stays competitive even when fewer homes hit the market.