A quick Guide to Seasonal Home Buying in San Diego Each season of the year brings different home buying factors that must be considered such as housing prices, supply and demand, and the weather. Not matter what season you choose to purchase a home, here is what to consider and what to expect: Fall and Winter – as the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, we typically see a slowdown in real estate which provides buyers with some additional buying power. While a decrease in demand creates less inventory and relocation is more challenging due to the cooler weather, sellers become more eager. In turn, this generates more opportunities for negotiating and potentially lowers costs. Furthermore, with fewer home buyers, you’ll be able to contact realtors much easier than in spring and summer. Spring and Summer – when the weather warms up, so does the real estate market. Thanks to a more active market, you’ll have more options available to you. However, you’ll want to have a competitive offer prepared when you find the ideal home due to more competition. Additionally, housing prices are typically higher in spring and summer. Plus, because of increased demand, there’s little room for negotiating. On a positive note, homes tend to show better and moving is more manageable during the warmer weather. https://maps.google.com/?cid=16824122314408091412