Laura Rath, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty

Post-holiday momentum can work in your favor 🚀

The days right after Christmas often feel quiet, but real estate activity starts to hum again.

Sellers eager to wrap up before year-end are motivated to negotiate, and buyers who waited for holiday distractions to pass are suddenly ready to write offers.

If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, this week can be a launchpad for an early-2026 move.

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Prepping your finances before the holidays wrap 💳

The last few days of the year are perfect for a quick financial reset.

Review your credit score and debt-to-income ratio, check your mortgage pre-approval window, and set aside any year-end bonuses or savings that could boost your down payment.

A quiet half-hour today can save weeks of scrambling when the right home appears in January.

Accurate pricing matters most right now 🏡

By December, buyers have a year’s worth of comps and know the market cold.

An outdated price signals hesitation and can push your listing into 2026 with a “stale” label.

A timely adjustment now keeps your property at the top of buyer alerts, invites fresh showings, and shows that you’re serious about selling.

This is a reset that protects both momentum and negotiating power when many shoppers are narrowing their search for early-year moves.