Restart Your Home Search

It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year. Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment. The market conditions just weren’t great, we get it.

Inventory was too low, prices were too high, and mortgage rates were bouncing all over. That made it really hard to find a home you loved – and could afford. And why sell if you’re not sure where you’re going to go?

But here’s the thing: the market’s shifting. And it might be time to try again.

The Inventory Sweet Spot

More homeowners are jumping back into their search to make a move this year, with many new listings popping up every week. Builders are finishing more homes. And together, that’s creating more options for buyers, making it the best time to buy in the past two years!

More homes = more possibilities.

But there’s more to it than that. When you sell, you don’t want to feel like it’s impossible to find your next home. According to Realtor.com, inventory has jumped 28.5% since this time last year, but it’s still below pre-pandemic levels in most markets. 

More options. Less chaos. Solid demand: That’s the real sweet spot.

Here’s something else to consider. Data from Realtor.com also shows inventory has been on the rise for 17 straight months. And experts agree it’s likely to continue climbing throughout the year. Your house may stand out more now than it would as the year goes on and inventory grows even more. Wait too long, and you may be one of many trying to stand out later this year.

Do you think it's too late to sell this spring? It's not.

The window to sell during prime time is very much still open, so you can make a move and potentially cash in big if you sell now. Historically, the month of May has proven to be one of the busiest selling months of the year. 

Bottom Line

If you’ve been waiting for the housing market to give you a sign, it just did. Whether you’re looking to move up, scale down, or relocate completely, this might be the best balance we’ve seen in a while.

What’s holding you back from taking advantage of this sweet spot? Contact Arrive Real Estate Group to talk through it and see what’s possible with your next move!