If you've been transferred to another market, now is the time to sell and buy. It really is that simple. Real estate values really aren't seasonal in nature. Rather, the price of homes will be affected by current market conditions, more than anything else. There is a belief that is held by many buyers that spring is the best time to sell.
Buyers know that many sellers list their homes for sale in the spring months.
Yes, there are likely many more homes available to view in the spring months. Many other buyers are thinking the same way. That means that there are also more buyers available to look at those homes. More competition amongst buyers can often mean higher selling prices. If you are in a position where you must purchase a home in the dead of winter, you'll undoubtedly find that there are fewer homes to choose from.