EP115. SELLING OR BUYING BEFORE CHRISTMAS? If you are hoping to either buy or sell before Christmas, then with only 5 weeks until Santa arrives, this weekend is practically the last weekend to sign a contract and for it to settle in time. If you don't need to be in by Christmas, then this is a great time with lots of activity happening around the peak selling season. Just keep in mind that banks will be working on skeleton staff levels and most solicitors and building and pest inspectors close down over the Christmas/New Year period, so make sure your contracts dates allow sufficient time for this. www.brendanhoman.com.au