The REALTORS® Association of Edmonton released an article about the benefits of buying a home in the winter time.  Many people put their house shopping on hold during the winter months, mainly because of the unfavourable weather.  Doing so may just end up costing you more money in the end though! Read the story below or view it online by Clicking Here.

Just because it's winter, it doesn't mean it isn't a good time to buy a house

By Jim Knox

The following are 10 great reasons to buy in winter.

1. Interest rates are generally lowest in winter. Like the price of gasoline, interest rates are generally highest when most buyers are buying in summer and lowest in winter.

2. Less competing offers in winter. Fewer sales, less chance to lose the dream home you are looking at.

3. Home prices are expected to be at their lowest during winter. All those over-priced homes will have been reduced.

4. Sellers are more likely to accept a lower offer in winter. They do not expect many offers so they may accept your lower offer.

5. Contractors such as electricians, plumbers, home renovators, movers, etc., are less busy in winter.

6. Utility connections are faster in winter. We all know how long it takes to get telephone or cable connected in the Summer time.

7. Winter is generally an indoor time. You will have hubby away from the golf course and into the basement completing your "Honey Do" list of renovations before the better weather comes around.

8. A winter move should not affect your summer vacation. Keep your summer time free to be with your family.

9. You can expect more moving and painting help in winter. You family and friends cannot give you many excuses why they cannot be there to help.

10. Bankers, inspectors, lawyers and REALTORS® are also less busy in winter and may be able to personally guarantee you even greater service in winter.

If you need help buying a home in Edmonton, Sherwood Park or the surrounding areas, contact me today!

 Lisa Brown - REALTOR® with RE/MAX Real Estate

Cell: (780) 886-9166   *   lisa@youredmontonhomes.com