Don't carry a scary house into the holidays: a 60-day plan to sell before the New Year

Halloween passes quickly, and then the calendar picks up speed. Thanksgiving, then December, then everything stops for the holidays. If a house has been sitting on your to-do list, the next two months are the window to finally deal with it.

Why the timing matters

A traditional listing is a slower road. The statewide median for a Florida single-family home is about 88 days from listing to closing. Listed on November 1, that lands in late January, after the holidays and well into the new year.

Source: Florida Realtors, statewide single-family home data, July 2026.

Who this plan is for

• Owners of an inherited house who want it settled before the year ends

• Landlords tired of managing a rental through the holidays

• Anyone with a house needing repairs they don't want to take on

• Families who want to start January with one less thing on their plate

Common questions

Can I sell my Florida house before the New Year?

Yes. If you start in early November, a cash sale can close well before December 31. Quick Home Offers gives an offer within 24 hours and can close in as little as 7 days.

How long does a traditional listing take to close in Florida?

The statewide median is about 88 days from listing to closing for single-family homes, according to Florida Realtors data from July 2026.

Do I have to clean or repair the house before I sell for cash?

No. Quick Home Offers buys houses as-is, so you don't need to clean, repair, or stage anything first.

Can I pick my own closing date?

Yes. You can close as soon as 7 days after accepting an offer, or choose a later date that fits your plans.