Why Selling Before Spring 2025 Could Be Your Smartest Move Yet 🏠

1. House Prices Have Hit Record Highs

According to recent market data, the average UK house price reached an all-time high of £299,138 in January 2025, with a 0.7% increase in just one month.

This growth is being driven by:

✅ First-time buyers rushing to buy before stamp duty changes in April
✅ Falling mortgage rates, making borrowing more affordable
✅ Pent-up demand from buyers who delayed moving in 2024 due to economic uncertainty

Historically, when house prices rise this quickly, sellers who act early tend to benefit the most.

2. More Buyers, Less Competition

If you wait until spring, you’ll be competing with a flood of new listings. Spring is traditionally the busiest time for estate agents, but that also means:

• More properties on the market = More competition for buyers' attention
• Buyers have more options = Less urgency to make an offer on your home
• More negotiation pressure = Sellers may need to reduce prices to stay competitive

By listing now, your property will be one of the few high-quality options available, meaning you could attract stronger offers from serious buyers.

The McArthur Scott Advantage: 36% Sales Growth

While UK estate agents are reporting a 22% increase in sales, McArthur Scott has seen a 36% surge in property transactions.

This means:
📈 More buyers actively looking in our local market
💷 Stronger demand for properties in Inverclyde
🏠 Faster sales for our sellers at competitive prices

3. Market Forecast: Prices Are Set to Rise Further

Market analysts predict that house prices will continue rising in 2025, with an estimated 3.5% growth by the end of the year.

While this sounds like a reason to wait, consider this:

• Buyers know prices are rising, so they’re eager to secure homes now.
• If interest rates increase later in the year, buyer affordability could drop, making it harder to sell at top prices.
• Listing now allows sellers to take advantage of peak buyer demand while mortgage rates are still favourable.

4. How to Get the Best Price for Your Home

If you’re thinking about selling, here’s how you can maximise your sale price in the current market:

✔ Get a professional valuation – Know exactly what your home is worth in today’s market
✔ Stage your home – Present your property in the best possible light to attract top offers
✔ List with an expert estate agent – McArthur Scott’s proven marketing strategy ensures your property reaches the right buyers at the right time

Now is the Time to Act

With high buyer demand, record prices, and less competition, waiting could mean missing out on the best opportunity of 2025.