Thanksgiving in Texas arrives with cooler evenings, family gatherings, and a brief pause before the busiest stretch of the holiday season. In 78748 and across South Austin, this week also brings a unique shift in the real estate market. Buyers slow down. Sellers take a break. And the market becomes quieter than almost any other time of the year.
For many clients, Thanksgiving is the moment they step back, review their goals, and prepare for their next move in 2026. Whether you are planning a sale, considering a relocation, or starting your search for a home, this week can give you more clarity than you think.
Holley Homes Realty supports buyers and sellers through the holiday season with a focus on calm guidance, thoughtful planning, and smart timing.
Thanksgiving creates one of the most predictable slowdowns of the year. Fewer showings, fewer listings, fewer buyers writing offers. This shift gives both buyers and sellers advantages, depending on their timing.
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Many families use this week to review finances, compare neighborhoods, or decide where they want to live next year.
Thanksgiving weekend is a perfect time to sit down with family and talk through your next steps. Families often consider:
Holley Homes Realty helps you compare markets, project timelines, and prepare a step-by-step plan.
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South Austin’s 78748 area typically experiences a surge of early-January buyers. Families begin their searches after holiday travel. Relocators arriving for new jobs begin touring homes. Sellers who prepare before the holidays often enter the market positioned ahead of the rush.
Preparing now helps you take advantage of:
This timing allows you to move with momentum instead of competing with everyone waiting for spring.
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and planning. Our role is to help you slow down, get organized, and move forward with confidence. You receive calm, structured guidance whether you are:
Our team provides clear next steps based on your goals and timeline.
Before touring homes or contacting a listing agent, start with a conversation about your goals, your timeline, and your ideal location.
Explore South Austin, Buda, and Kyle with a clear plan.
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