09/24/2026
What if some of the market’s most active buyers are actually sellers-turned-buyers? 🏡
The latest Indiana REALTORS® data shows an interesting trend: repeat buyers may be less affected by higher mortgage rates because they can use equity from their previous home toward their next purchase.
From June through August, fewer buyers shopped for homes under $250,000, while more buyers purchased homes above $250,000. Homes priced above $350,000 also saw more activity than last year and made up a bigger share of summer home sales.
Higher rates can make buying more challenging, particularly for first-time buyers. But homeowners with significant equity may have more flexibility—and may be able to finance less of their next home.
In today’s market, equity can change the math. Curious about your home’s equity? Reach out to SOLD by the GOLD to find out what it could mean for your next move.