03/13/2026
According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales dropped 8.4% in the last quarter of 2025.
Was it the weather, mortgage rates, or is something bigger happening? Whatever the reason, 8.4% is a ton of movement and could be a sign of things to come. As homes sit on the market and take longer to sell, home sellers will likely be forced to accept less, which will undoubtedly be the next headline. Is a recession looming on the horizon? Another housing bubble?
Whether you are considering downsizing, relocation, having trouble keeping up with your home maintenance or simply looking for a change, the writing may be on the wall. Those who remain on the fence about selling could stand to lose billions in home equity if the market sees a major shift. We must remain mindful that the market is cyclical, and that we have been in a seller's market since 2012. Are the scales beginning to shift toward a buyer's market, I know buyer's hope so. In a normal 10 year cycle, its usually 7 years of sellers market and 3 years of a buyer's market, so we are definitely overdue for a major shift. The Middle East conflict and soaring fuel prices may be the catalyst that creates the perfect storm for the housing market.
While conditions have overwhelmingly been in the seller's favor since the pandemic, the market is showing signs of a shift. As market conditions change, heating fuel and gasoline prices skyrocket, it's only a matter of time before the tables turn.
If you feel the time has finally come to get you home listed, let's talk. No pressure, no strings, no heavy sales pitch, just information and productive, honest conversations about you options. Call, text or email me today if you like to get an updated, comprehensive market analysis of your home.
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