Why auction catalogues feel seasonal

Spring and early summer

More probate instructions and sellers wanting a move before school years push lot counts up. More stock can mean more choice, not automatically cheaper prices.

Winter

Fewer lots, but serious buyers still hunt. Some investors prefer thinner rooms with less tourist bidding on quirky stock.

What to ignore

Macro rates and local employment matter more than month-of-year alone. Treat seasonality as context layered on top of your own comps.