Welcome to this week's blog! Our team has been off to a hot start this year with some incredible buyer activity. Is Summer a good time to buy or sell? I’ve been asked this more times than I can remember. Here are 6 compelling reasons to include ‘make a move’ in your New Year's Resolutions!

1. Weather: Who doesn't love Melbourne in Summer – well maybe except for those 40-degree days! A great time to get out and about and inspect new listings.

2. Availability: Many owners might have been holding back over Christmas to launch a property online in January and February, so the new year brings opportunity (properties!).

3. Holidays: With children out of school, it may be easier for families to view properties and make decisions together.

4. Outdoor Living: Summer is a great time to showcase outdoor living areas and gardens, which can be a strong selling point for many buyers.

5. Rental Market: Typically, summer is a very transient time for tenants, so as an investor, it's a great time to capitalise on lower vacancy rates.

6. Natural Light: Properties with good natural light and outdoor spaces are more likely to be showcased at their best in the summer, not to mention spectacular sunsets.