What Wichita Homeowners Need to Know About Selling During the Holidays

"What Wichita Homeowners Need to Know About Selling During the Holidays"

By The Stanton Group, LLC – Real Broker | Wichita, Kansas

Thinking about selling your home during Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s? Many homeowners ask us:

“Should I wait until spring, or is it smart to sell during the holidays?”

The answer might surprise you.

While the holiday season is typically slower for real estate, it also brings unique advantages for serious sellers—especially in Wichita’s stable, community-driven market.

Here’s what you need to know about selling your home during the holiday season in Wichita.

🎯 Myth: “Homes Don’t Sell During the Holidays”

Reality: Homes do sell—and sometimes faster and with less hassle. Why?

Because holiday buyers are:

• More motivated (relocating for work, closing before year-end, etc.)

• Focused (they’ve already narrowed their search)

• More flexible (many have time off work for showings and closings)

💡 We regularly help sellers in College Hill, Eastborough, Maize, Andover, and Derby go under contract in December and close in January.

✅ Benefits of Selling Your Wichita Home During the Holidays

Here’s why listing in November or December could work in your favor:

1. Lower Competition

Many sellers wait until spring, which means fewer homes on the market now. Your home stands out more easily.

2. Serious Buyers Only

You won’t deal with as many “looky-loos.” Most people house hunting during the holidays are ready to buy now.

3. Homes Feel Warmer and More Inviting

With tasteful holiday decor, cozy lighting, and a clean, welcoming vibe, your home can feel magical to buyers.

✨ Pro Tip: Keep decorations minimal and neutral—think classic winter ambiance, not over-the-top displays.

📉 Challenges to Consider

Selling during the holidays isn’t for everyone. You may encounter:

• Limited availability for showings due to events, travel, or weather

• Delays in closing due to holiday schedules

• Fewer casual browsers (which can be a pro or con)

But with the right planning and a flexible approach, these challenges are easy to overcome—especially with a local expert guiding you.

📣 How We Sell Homes Over the Holidays

At The Stanton Group, we tailor our strategy for holiday sales, including:

• Professional photography with cozy seasonal touches

• Online-first marketing to reach serious buyers where they’re searching (Zillow, Google, Facebook)

• Flexible showing coordination around your holiday plans

• Fast-track negotiation and closing timelines to meet buyer goals before year-end

🎄 Bonus: We provide staging advice that aligns with the season and enhances your home’s features.

🧠 Should You List Now or Wait Until Spring?

List now if you:

• Have a move planned early next year

• Have built strong equity and are ready to cash out

• Have a move-in ready home that shows well year-round

• Want to avoid the spring seller surge (more competition)

Wait if you:

• Still need to complete major repairs

• Won’t be ready to move until summer

• Need more time to prep your next living situation

📞 We’ll help you decide based on your goals, timeline, and the real-time market in your neighborhood.

🏁 Ready to Sell Before the New Year?

Selling during the holidays doesn’t have to be stressful—with the right strategy, it can be the perfect opportunity to move forward faster.

📩 Contact The Stanton Group today for a free holiday home valuation and strategy session.
We’ll help you sell smart—and maybe even celebrate the closing before the ball drops.

The Stanton Group, LLC
Real Broker | Wichita, KS
🗺 Serving Wichita, Andover, Eastborough, Derby, Maize, College Hill & surrounding areas