Forecasts

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts suggest for the rest of 2025 – and what these shifts could mean for you. Will Home Prices Fall? Many buyers are hoping home prices will come down soon. And recent headlines about prices dipping in some areas...

The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

If you’re tempted to delay your move in hope that mortgage rates will come down, you may want to rethink that strategy based on the latest forecast. Experts say mortgage rates are projected to stay in the 6s this year. So don’t expect a big drop. If you want to talk about what this means for your move, let's connect. As forecasts change, having an expert who can keep you updated is...

The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading

The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading

There are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what the experts project for home prices over the next 5 years. And spoiler alert – it’s not a crash. Yes, in some local markets, prices are flattening or even dipping slightly this year as more homes hit the market. That’s...

Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you. Mortgage rates are expected to come down slightly. There will be more homes available for sale. And as inventory rises, home price growth will moderate. Want to know what this could mean for your plans? Let's connect and talk through it...

Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is really the right time to move. There is one place you can turn to for answers you want the most. And that’s the experts. Leading housing experts are starting to release their projections for the rest of the year. These insights will give you clarity – and a...

How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates

How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates

Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen? According to the latest forecasts, experts say rates will decline, but not by as much as a lot of people want. The good news? Even if they don’t drop substantially, there are still ways to make buying a home more affordable. How Much Will Rates Drop? A few months ago, experts were forecasting...

Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market

Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market

The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers, especially with higher home prices and mortgage rates. And if you’re trying to buy a home, it’s easy to worry you won’t be able to find something in your budget. But here’s what you need to know. The number of homes for sale has grown a whole lot lately and that’s true for both existing (previously lived-in) and newly built homes....

Infographic titled 'Time in the Market Beats Trying to Time the Market' with a blue background featuring an image of a house and clock icons. It explains that home prices are projected to rise over the next five years and includes a bar chart showing estimated home price performance from 2025 to 2029 with percentage increases (ranging from 3.63% to 4.12%). A section highlights the potential equity gains for a $400,000 home purchased in January, showing a projected equity increase of over $83,251 by 2030. The infographic concludes with a call to action, encouraging buyers to purchase now to build equity. The source is HPES, and the contact information for Paul Garrison of JPAR® Real Estate is included at the bottom.

Time in the Market Beats Trying To Time the Market (Infographic)

Are you torn between whether to buy a home now or wait? Consider this. Forecasts show prices will climb for at least the next 5 years. If you wait, the price of a home will be higher later on. But, if you buy a $400K now, you could gain roughly $83K in equity as prices rise. If you're able to buy now, this equity is one reason why it'll be worth it in the long run. Let’s connect if you're ready to talk...

2025 Housing Market Forecasts

2025 Housing Market Forecasts

Wondering what to expect when you buy or sell a home this year? Here’s what the experts say lies ahead. Mortgage rates are projected to come down slightly. Home prices are forecast to rise in most areas. And, there will be more homes available for sale. Want to know more about what this could mean for your plans this year? Let’s connect to discuss your 2025...

Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? The best way to get that information is to lean on the pros. Experts are constantly updating and revising their forecasts, so here’s the latest on two of the biggest factors expected to shape the year ahead: mortgage rates and home prices. Will Mortgage...