Why Now Could Be the Perfect Time to Sell Your Home
Are you hesitant to list your home for sale because of concerns about higher mortgage rates and home prices? You’re not alone, but here’s some perspective to consider:
The housing market isn’t stagnant. While home sales dipped last year compared to a typical market, approximately 4.15 million homes were sold in 2024 (excluding new construction), according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Experts anticipate this number will grow in 2025. This means more buyers will be actively searching for homes this year—possibly homes just like yours.
But even if 2025 matches last year’s pace, here’s what that activity looks like:
Homes Are Selling Every Minute – Literally
- 4.15 million homes ÷ 365 days = 11,370 homes sold per day
- 11,370 homes ÷ 24 hours = 474 homes sold per hour
- 474 homes ÷ 60 minutes = roughly 8 homes sold per minute
Think about it: just in the time it takes you to read this post, another 8 homes have sold.
Buyers Are Still Active, Despite Market Challenges
If you’ve been holding back on selling because you believe buyers aren’t in the market, this should reassure you: buyers are still out there.
Every day, thousands of people need homes due to life events like job relocations, growing families, or changes in lifestyle. While higher prices and interest rates may have sidelined some, many buyers remain eager to purchase because life doesn’t wait for perfect market conditions.
Why Now Is a Strategic Time to Sell
With the right real estate agent by your side, you can position your home to attract active buyers while other hesitant sellers remain on the sidelines. By listing now, you’ll have the opportunity to stand out in a market with less competition.
Bottom Line
On average, 11,000 homes sell every day, and yours could be next. In the time it took you to read this, another 8 homes have sold.
When you’re ready to make your move, connect with a trusted local real estate agent to craft a winning strategy and help you achieve your goals. Your perfect buyer could be searching right now!
