24 November 2025
With just a few selling weeks left in 2025, now is the time to take advantage of quieter days and start preparing your property for the year ahead. If you’re staying local over the holidays, your Christmas break could be the perfect opportunity to make meaningful progress — without the pressure of a live campaign.
A fresh, well-presented home can have a major impact when it comes to first impressions. Start by decluttering and creating a sense of calm and space — buyers want to imagine their own summer lifestyle unfolding here. A coat of paint, a garden refresh, or a few light fixtures replaced can go a long way. Think about how your home feels in natural light and airflow — throw open doors, remove heavy window treatments, and let the sea breeze in.
At Cunninghams, we often help sellers identify where to focus their efforts before listing, ensuring every dollar spent adds genuine value. Through our Property Enhancement service, Angie and our team can connect you with trusted local trades, stylists and landscapers who understand how to elevate a Northern Beaches home for maximum buyer appeal.
If you’d like to sell early in 2026, the time to act is now. Many of our most successful January and February campaigns come from properties that were prepped, photographed and ready to go before the new year. This means you can enjoy your Christmas knowing your property is poised to hit the market just as buyer activity peaks again.
Your summer downtime is the ideal moment to get those finishing touches right — and to chat with your Cunninghams agent about the best timing and approach for your home. With our guidance, you can enter the new year confident, prepared, and ready to achieve your best result.
