Ep. 46 | Why December Is A Goldmine For Buyers?

December isn't just about Christmas shopping, it might be the best time of year to buy property in Melbourne. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to secure a deal, this could be it.In this episode of How's the Market, Tristan Larkin breaks down why December creates unique opportunities for savvy buyers. With auction clearance rates at 58.3% in Melbourne and just 45% in premium suburbs above $1.5m, the market is showing clear signs of buyer leverage heading into the holiday season.Tristan explains the psychology and timing pressures that make late November and early December a goldmine period. Many vendors who purchased in October and November will be desperate to sell to avoid hefty bridging finance costs, creating a perfect storm of motivated sellers as buyer competition naturally drops off.What You'll Learn:Why Melbourne's 58.3% clearance rate (45% for $1.5m+ properties) favors buyersThe bridging finance trap creating desperate December vendorsHow Christmas deadline pressure compounds vendor motivationStrategic timing advantages for buyers in late November and early DecemberIf you're a buyer who's been watching from the sidelines, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to time your purchase perfectly. December isn't a dead zone it's opportunity season for those who know how to play it.👋 About the ShowHow’s The Market is Melbourne’s go-to podcast for buyers who want to make smarter property decisions. Hosted by Tristan Larkin and James Rankin from Tomii Property, we bring you expert tips, market insights, and real stories from the frontlines of real estate, finance, and construction. Auctions, rates, off-markets - we’ve got you covered.🔗 Resources & LinksJoin our mailing list & read the blog → www.tomii.com.auSubscribe for weekly auction results → www.tomii.com.au/auction-resultsFollow Tristan on TikTok & Instagram → @tristanlarkinFollow James on TikTok & Instagram → @james__rankin