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Seasonality has always played a significant role in the housing market, with summer being the peak season for buying and selling homes.
However, fall has emerged as a quieter and more strategic time for potential buyers due to various advantages that the season presents, especially in the current market climate.
FULL STORY: How Fall Buyers Can Use Year-End to Their Advantage for a Better Deal
Key takeaways
- Fall presents a favorable time for homebuyers as seasonal sellers become more motivated to close deals before year-end, providing buyers with increased negotiation power and opportunities for cost savings.
- Buyers can benefit from lower competition, leading to fewer bidding wars and the potential for negotiating closing cost credits, home warranties, and repair concessions.
- Closing before Dec. 31 can offer financial benefits such as tax deductions for property taxes paid at closing and mortgage interest, particularly advantageous with the raised SALT deduction.
- First-time buyers can withdraw up to $10,000 penalty-free from a Roth IRA for a home purchase, but careful consideration is advised due to the long-term effect on retirement savings.
- Lenders often offer year-end incentives like discounted fees or temporary rate buydowns, while builders are keen on clearing inventory before the year’s end, resulting in attractive deals for buyers interested in newly constructed homes.
With the current market conditions and the potential advantages offered during the fall season, prospective homebuyers should consider the strategic benefits and financial incentives available before making their move in the housing market.
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