Are you hesitant to sell your house because you’re worried no one’s buying right now with mortgage rates and prices where they are? Let’s take a closer look at the numbers and some context to ease your concerns.
The Market Is Still Moving
While it’s true that home sales have slowed compared to the heights of recent years, the market isn’t frozen. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), approximately 4.15 million homes were sold last year, excluding new construction. While it wasn’t a record-breaking year, those numbers represent a robust housing market.
Even better, experts predict this figure will rise in 2025, signaling increasing momentum. That means more people are gearing up to move and will be looking for homes to buy—homes like yours.
Let’s Break It Down
Even if the pace of sales stays at 2024 levels, the numbers reveal just how active the market remains:
- 4.15 million homes sold annually translates to:
- 11,370 homes sold every day
- 474 homes sold every hour
- 8 homes sold every minute
That’s right: in the time it takes you to read this blog, another 8 homes have likely sold.
If you’ve been putting off selling because you think buyers aren’t out there, take this as proof that homes are still in demand—and your home could be next.
Why Buyers Are Still Moving
While higher home prices and mortgage rates have impacted some buyers, life events don’t pause for market conditions. Job relocations, growing families, downsizing, and countless other reasons keep people actively searching for homes. Thousands of buyers are out there every day, eager to find their next home. By working with the right real estate agent, you can ensure your home stands out to those motivated buyers.
Why Now Might Be the Perfect Time
Many homeowners hesitate to list their properties, thinking they should wait for a “better” market. But that hesitation could work in your favor. With fewer homes on the market, there’s less competition, and you’re more likely to attract serious buyers.
A skilled real estate agent can craft a strategy to get your home in front of those buyers and help you maximize your sale price, even in today’s market. Let’s turn your “what if” into “it’s sold.”
Bottom Line
Every single day, over 11,000 homes sell. In the time it took to read this blog, another 8 homes were purchased. If you’ve been on the fence about selling, let these numbers reassure you: the market is still moving, and your home could be next.
When you’re ready to take the next step, let’s connect. With the right guidance, you can navigate the market confidently and get your house sold.
Reference: Want more insights? Check out our blog on why waiting for lower interest rates could cost you your dream home: Why Waiting for Lower Interest Rates Could Cost You Your Dream Home