Itâ??s a well-established pattern: Home sales heat up every spring and summer, and then, as the leaves begin to change, the market begins to cool. By **vember, with the holidays looming, few people are focused on real-estate shopping. And thatâ??s why it may very well be the optimal time to begin your hunt. Here are 10 reasons why this counterintuitive move can be a very wise one if youâ??re hoping to buy a house.