THE SECRET TO BUYING A HOME IN ANY SEASON
The best time of year to buy a home depends on your goals and the
needs of your family. Those with school-aged children can benefit
from a spring or summer purchase, while buyers looking to save
big might have more luck in a winter market. Understanding trends
and the benefits of home hunting in every season will help you
secure the home of your dreams.
BUYING A HOME IN WINTER: STATS & TIPS
Lower home prices can tempt you to exceed your
budget. Stick to your financial plan.
Consult with a tax expert on the best time to close.
Closing before the year is over could entitle you to a
tax break.
With less competition, you can feel confident about
asking for repairs or a lower price due to issues
revealed during the home inspection.
BUYING A HOME IN SPRING: STATS & TIPS
The real estate market trends hot in the spring. Homes can sell the same day
they’re listed, and the potential for getting into a bidding war is higher. This means
you might need to make a higher offer than the list price to secure your dream
home.
Tips for Buying a Home in Spring:
Be prepared to make competitive offers.
Work with an expert real estate agent to help you negotiate strongly
Don’t wait to make an offer on a home you love.
Get pre-approved for a mortgage before you go home hunting.
Create a wishlist of what you need and want in your ideal home.
BUYING A HOME IN SUMMER: STATS & TIPS
The summer real estate market remains hot, but buyers can benefit from house
hunting mid-June through August. Homes listed in the spring that haven’t sold by
summer might start coming down in price.
The summer is a great time to take on a fixer-upper at a lower cost, and it’s easier
to check out those neighborhood vibes when the weather is nice and warm.
Competition from other buyers tends to slow down as the summer comes to a
close. A late summer purchase still leaves room for families to get settled in before
the school year starts.
Tips for Buying a Home in Summer:
The market is still hot, so be prepared to make competitive offers.
Get mortgage pre-approval paperwork ready to speed up the process.
Don’t overlook fixer-uppers—the summer leaves room for minor repair
work.
Research home improvement costs to understand which repairs you can
take on.
Get to know the housing market in the area you’re buying in.
BUYING A HOME IN FALL: STATS & TIPS
The housing market slows down in the fall, which means there’s less competition
from other buyers. Colder weather and the start of the school year means there’s
less supply and demand, but this can work in a buyer’s favor. With more time to
search for your dream home, it’s easier to get exactly what you want.
BUYING A HOME IN FALL: STATS & TIPS
The housing market slows down in the fall, which means there’s less competition
from other buyers. Colder weather and the start of the school year means there’s
less supply and demand, but this can work in a buyer’s favor. With more time to
search for your dream home, it’s easier to get exactly what you want.
Understanding market trends and coming prepared for the
season can help you secure your dream home and save big.
If you have questions or concerns about the best time of year to
buy a home, give me a call! My goal is to help buyers find the
best homes for the best prices. I’m always happy to help with
expert tips and advice.
John Griffin
Director of Real Estate
Keller Williams Premier Realty
griffrealtygroup.net
[email protected]
Phone: 6513364570 , Office: 6513364570
License: 4048820, MN