Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment to Sell Your House

by Tina Yakel

Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are jumping back in.

According to recent data, buyer demand surged once mortgage rates hit a new low for 2025. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that mortgage applications are up 23% compared to the first week of September last year.

If you’ve been waiting to sell, or if your listing recently expired because the market wasn’t as active as you hoped, now may be the time to reconsider. Buyer demand is currently the highest it’s been since July – and you don’t want to miss this window of opportunity.

When Rates Drop, Buyers React

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dipped to 6.13% – the lowest since October 2024. That drop was fueled by weaker job growth and economic signals pointing to possible Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.

Here’s what that means for you: buyers are extremely sensitive to even the smallest changes in mortgage rates. As affordability improves, demand strengthens – and that’s exactly what we’re seeing right now.

For most of the past year, buyer demand has been stuck in “limited” mode. But with rates coming down, more buyers are stepping back into the market.

Why This May Be Your Window

If you’ve been hesitant to sell because the market felt quiet, or your home sat without offers earlier this year, this is your signal: buyers are coming back.

Now, it may not be the massive surge we saw a few years ago, but it’s a clear and valuable shift. Acting now could give you an advantage:

List while activity is rising. You’ll be ahead of other homeowners who may wait to see what happens.

Face less competition. If you wait, there could be more buyers – but also more sellers. Listing now gives your home a better chance to stand out.

Bottom Line

Buyers are paying close attention to mortgage rates – and they’re starting to make moves. If you’re considering selling, this could be the moment to get ahead of your competition and capture the attention of motivated buyers.

Want to make sure your house shows up for the right buyers, at the right time? Let’s connect today to go over your home’s value, pricing strategy, and how to make the most of this key 2025 market moment.

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