If you’re thinking about buying a home this year, chances are spring is on your radar. It’s the season when listings pick up, signs pop up everywhere, and buyers flood the market.

But here’s what many buyers don’t realize: some of the biggest advantages happen before the spring rush even begins, especially when you’re considering new construction.

What the Data Tells Us About Timing

National research shows that buyers who purchase earlier in the year consistently pay less than those who wait for peak spring months. In fact, buyers who purchased in winter months paid tens of thousands less than those who bought in late spring.

Why? Because fewer buyers are actively shopping. Less competition creates leverage, and leverage creates opportunity.

While resale homes feel this most dramatically through bidding wars, new construction buyers benefit in different (and often more predictable) ways.

Why New Construction Shines Before Spring

Unlike resale homes, new construction doesn’t rely on multiple offers to determine value. Instead, pricing is more stable, and builder incentives often do the heavy lifting when demand is lower.

Instead of competing against other buyers for the same resale home, you're working collaboratively with a builder to create a home that fits your lifestyle, without the pressure of bidding wars or rushed decisions.

Buying before the spring market with Berks Homes often means:

• More incentive opportunities
• A first look at available Quick Move-In homes planned for the year 
• Personalizing a To-Be-Built home that will be move-in ready during the summer 

Built-In Savings You Don’t Get With Resale

New construction offers cost savings that go far beyond incentives. When you build a new home with Berks Homes, you’re starting with:

• Brand-new appliances
• New HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• A new roof, windows, gutters, and insulation
• Energy-efficient construction standards that are up to date on code

That means fewer surprise repairs, lower maintenance costs, and improved energy efficiency from day one. And unlike resale homes, every Berks Home includes a builder warranty, offering added peace of mind and protection long after move-in.

Over time, those built-in savings can rival, or exceed, the upfront incentives buyers often focus on.

Why Waiting for Spring Can Work Against You

Spring brings:

• More buyers
• More competition
• Less flexibility
• Faster decision-making

In resale, that often means bidding wars.

Buying before the spring market allows you to:

• Move at your own pace
• Secure better value
• Lock in today’s options before demand increases

Is Buying Before Spring Right for You?

If you’re planning to buy or build a home this year anyway, starting the process before spring can open the door to better pricing and a smoother overall experience.

With new construction, you’re not just buying a home, you’re investing in:

• Long-term efficiency
• Lower maintenance costs
• A personalized living space
• The confidence of a builder-backed warranty

Whether you’re early in your planning or ready to take the next step, our team is here to help you navigate the full homebuying journey with clarity and confidence. Please get in touch with our Online Sales Consultant, Kelly, today for more details on available homes and communities in Pennsylvania by calling or texting 484.772.2693 or visiting https://www.berkshomes.com/contact-us