In June, existing-home sales peak with an 8.2% rise, driven by school breaks, longer daylight, and warm weather, allowing families to search broadly and move before school starts. Inventory typically increases slightly but remains below pre-pandemic levels. Prices reach their highest point with a 3.9% increase due to strong buyer competition. Homes sell fastest, averaging 30 days on market. First-time buyers peak at 32.2%, while cash buyers drop to 19.9%.