Every year, homeowners across King County and Snohomish County ask the same question: “Is winter a good time to sell my home?” While the holidays often bring a noticeable slowdown in buyer activity, long-term seasonal real estate patterns in the Pacific Northwest reveal a very different story. Once January arrives and the holiday season is behind us, the market typically begins to accelerate—often more quickly than many sellers expect. With very few homes to choose from, this increased buying activity typically means it’s a great time to be a seller.