Paused Your Moving Plans? Press Play Before Your Furniture Starts To Throw a House Party!
- Dani O'Connor
- Apr 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 25
Hey there! So, you hit the brakes on your moving plans last year huh? You’re not alone! A whopping 70% of home buyers decided to abandon their search because of low inventory, soaring prices, and those pesky fluctuating mortgage rates. But guess what? The housing market is doing a little dance, and 2025 might just be the perfect time for you to consider those plans before your couch starts inviting the coffee table for a party!
More Inventory = More Options
One of the biggest changes is the rise in available homes-yes, you heard that right! According to Realtor.com, we’ve seen a delightful 27.5% increase in inventory compared to last year. That means more options for you! If you were sitting on the fence about listing your current place because you weren’t sure where to go, now you have a smorgasbord of choices.
Homes Are Taking Their Sweet Time
Remember the days when homes were flying off the market faster than you could say “open house”? Well, things have slowed down a bit. Homes are now staying on the market longer-about 8% more time, to be exact. This means you can take a breather, explore your options, and make decisions that feel right instead of rushed.
Hannah Jones, a Senior Economic Research Analyst at Realtor.com, points out that the market is a lot more manageable now. Sellers are being flexible, giving you the chance to navigate through the market-especially during those busy seasons when everyone else is scrambling.
Sellers, Don’t Sweat It!
And hey, if you’re worried about selling in a slower market, there’s some good news for you too! Well-priced homes are still finding their owners, even with all this extra inventory. In fact, current inventory levels are about 23% below what they were before the pandemic, showing that there’s still strong demand for homes that are priced right.
Conclusion
So, with all this rising inventory and extended timelines, now might be the perfect moment to hit play on your home search if you previously paused. The current market conditions are great for both buyers and sellers. If you’re ready to dive back into your local market, don’t wait too long-your furniture might just start having that house party without you!
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