One of the most common questions I hear is: "Is now a good time to buy/sell?" After 40+ years in real estate, my honest answer is: it depends. Not every market cycle is right for every person's situation. Here's how to think about timing.
The Myth of the "Perfect" Time
There's no universal best time to buy or sell. The perfect time is when it makes sense for your financial situation, your life circumstances, and your goals. I've seen people buy at the "wrong" time and do brilliantly. I've seen people wait for the "right" time and miss opportunities.
When Selling Might Not Be Your Best Move
Sometimes the best advice I give a client is to wait. If you don't have equity, if the market in your area is soft, if you'd take a significant loss — sometimes a rental strategy, a modification, or simply waiting 6-12 months can change the picture dramatically.
I don't earn a commission by telling you to wait. But I earn your trust — and that's worth more.
When Buying Makes Sense
If you plan to stay in a home for 5+ years, if you've found the right property at the right price, if your financing is solid — those are the signals that matter more than national headlines about the market.
Interest rates, while higher than the historic lows of 2020-2021, are still reasonable by historical standards. And remember — you can always refinance if rates drop. You can't go back and buy a home at yesterday's price.
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