Cooler periods in the housing market can be windows of opportunity, so it’s worth keeping an eye on interest rate and market trends. Some locations are hitting the bottom of a pricing cycle, so there are bargains to be had. If you’re not ready yet, use Spring to prepare to buy in the quieter months of the year, when there may be less competition for the house of your dreams. If you are putting your property on the market, try to aim for the warmer weather months. Studies have shown houses sold during spring/summer are an average of 5% higher than the colder months.