1. Less buyer competition.

Probably one of the most attractive parts of buying a home in Incline Village during the winter is the luxury of having fewer buyers in the marketplace. For obvious reasons, most people are turned off to buying a home in the winter simply because of the weather. Because of this, you now have the ability to shop around for what you really want, without the fear of losing the home to another potential buyer. Of course, there are still other buyers looking at the same homes you are; however your odds of losing a home you really want decrease significantly in the winter.

2. Lower prices

Now this doesn’t mean home prices in Incline Village across the board will magically drop. What it means is that there will be homes that have not sold from the summer/fall that probably have a seller that is more likely to take a lower offer on their home. It is a great opportunity to make offers at upwards of 10-15% off their original asking price. Not to mention- a seller who lists their homes in the winter will most likely want it to be sold fast because they need to for one reason or another. This presents you with another opportunity to find a great deal.

3. Tax savings

Maybe it was a good year for you. Buying a home before end of year could equal some significant tax savings. Make sure you talk to your CPA and ask if it would be better for you to purchase in the current year or next.

4. Natural stress test

Experiencing how a home feels in the winter can be a huge help in making that final decision. A house under the weight of a heavy snow load and colder temperatures can show you a lot about the homes quality of build. You’ll be able to easily see if there are leaks, broken window seals, heating deficiencies, and more.

5. Avoid long wait times for movers

There’s nothing worse than closing on a house and not being able to find movers that can accommodate your schedule. Especially in Incline Village, finding a reliable moving company in the summer can be like finding a needle in a haystack.