You’ve probably heard it for the past couple years: “It’s a tough time to buy a house.” High mortgage rates. Low inventory. Homes selling faster than your favorite Pizza Ranch buffet on a Sunday.
But here’s the thing… 2025 is shaping up to be a little different. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, this might be the time to lace up your cleats and get in the game.
At the Brookings Home Team pwrd by Century 21 Krogman & Co, we’re seeing signs that the playing field is starting to level for buyers—and we’re not the only ones saying it.
1. More Homes Are Hitting the Market
While we’re not in “unicorn years” inventory levels yet, more sellers are dipping their toes back into the market. That means more choices for you—and less of that “blink and it’s gone” panic-buying we’ve been seeing.
2. Sellers Are Offering Perks Again
Remember when you couldn’t even ask for a dime off because 10 other buyers were lined up? Times are changing. In many areas, sellers are offering concessions like covering part of your closing costs, paying for home warranties, or even helping buy down your interest rate. Translation: you can save some cash up front.
3. Price Growth Is Cooling
Don’t get me wrong—Brookings home values are still strong, and that’s great for long-term investment. But the wild, double-digit price jumps? They’re slowing. This gives you more breathing room to find a home you love without feeling like you’re in a bidding war for the last slice of pizza.
4. Mortgage Rate Relief Could Be Coming
The Federal Reserve has hinted at potential rate cuts later this year. And while we’re not expecting them to drop to historic lows, even a small dip could make a big difference in your monthly payment.
What Does This Mean for You?
If you’ve been waiting for “the perfect time” to buy—spoiler alert—there’s no such thing. But there is such a thing as a market that’s shifting more in your favor. And 2025 could be it.
At the Brookings Home Team, we’ve helped first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and even “I swore I’d never move again” buyers navigate changing markets. We can help you figure out if now is the right time for you.
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