If you’ve ever tried selling a home, you’ll know timing feels like everything. From the time of year to the time of day, and yes, even whether Mercury is in retrograde, sellers (and agents) can sometimes feel like they’re chasing the stars for the “perfect” moment to showcase a property.
Season matters.
Summer showings? Great light, but beware of sweaty foreheads and buzzing flies. Winter showings? Cozy fireplaces, yes, but try convincing a buyer to step outside to “imagine the pool in summer” when their fingers have turned blue.
Day of the week?
Saturdays are golden… unless it’s rugby season. Sundays are peaceful… until the neighbours decide that’s the perfect time to test their new lawnmower in their newly purchased Faf De Klerk Speedo...
Time of day?
Morning showings mean golden light streaming into the living room, perfect for Instagram-worthy snaps. Afternoon showings highlight the garden (but also highlight how hot the upstairs bedrooms get). Evening showings? Sure, if you’ve remembered to replace the hallway lightbulb. Nothing kills “dream home vibes” like stumbling into the bathroom by torchlight.
The truth is, while we’d all love to line up the perfect weather, quiet neighbours, and a freshly baked tray of cookies wafting through the air, perfection rarely exists. Buyers aren’t looking for perfect conditions , they’re looking for a perfect fit.
So yes, timing matters… but not nearly as much as presenting a home that’s loved, lived in, and ready for its next chapter. The rest? That’s just good comedy material.