Firing Evolve to Self Manage - Relist During Off Season or Peak Season?

[Dan C.]

I should lay this out right off the bat - I've only been with Evolve a few months and really have had no issues with them so far, I just want a little more control over my listing/communications and don't see much value in the automated messaging that they do. Off the top of my head, I believe I'm paying them around 18% total commission (they charge 10% on all taxes, fees, cleaning etc).

My question is - Should I relist my property now during dead season or wait until peak season? I have a Guest Favorite badge, Evolve is Superhost, we have around 25 reviews, total 4.95 stars. At this time, I have no remaining bookings with Evolve so could make a clean break. I'm just worried that I would lose the visibility I have through my reviews/guest favorite badge. On the other hand, I could price competitively during the off season and hopefully get a boost from being a new listing.

Interested to hear thoughts! Thanks