Hope Leitner, Realtor®, CRS

  Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question:  “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news, you might have seen some pretty scary headlines yourself. That’s why it’s no surprise that, according to data from  Clever Real Estate ,  70% of Americans are worried about a housing crash in 2025. But before you hit pause on your plans to buy or sell a home, take a deep breath. The truth is: the housing market isn’t about to crash – it’s just shifting. And that shift actually works in your favor. Today’s Inventory Keeps the Housing Market from Crashing Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at  First American , says: “ There’s just generally not enough supply.  There are more people than housing inventory. It’s Econ 101.” Think about it. If there’s a shortage of something – like tickets to a popular concert – prices go up. That’s what’s been happening with homes. We still have a shor...

Worried about how a recession might affect the housing market? Historically, home values have remained stable during economic downturns, with the 2008 crisis being an exception. Mortgage rates often decrease, making it a favorable time for buyers.​       Have questions about the current market? Message me today and let's discuss how these trends might impact your real estate goals.   #HousingMarketUpdate #RealEstateInsights #CompetitiveMarket #SanDiegoRealEstate #HopeLeitner #HopeOpensDoors #BerkshireHathaway #sellingrealestate #happyclient #realestate #realtor #sandiegocounty #sandiegocountyca #sandiegomarket #oceanside #encinitas #delmar #carlsbad #sandiego #sd #sdrealtor #imyourrealtor #contactme #awardwinner #topagent #luxuryagent #relocationagent #doctoragent

  For years, sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market. With so few homes for sale and so many people who wanted to purchase them, buyers faced tough competition just to get an offer accepted. But now,  inventory  is rising, and things are starting to shift in many areas. So, is the market finally balancing out? And does that mean buyers will have it a bit easier now? Here’s what you need to know. What Makes It a Buyer’s Market or a Seller’s Market? It all comes down to how many homes are for sale in an area compared to how many buyers want to buy there. That’s what ultimately determines who has the most leverage. A Seller’s Market  is when there are more buyers than homes available, so sellers hold the power. This leads to rising prices, multiple offers, and homes selling quickly – often above the asking price – because there isn’t enough to go around. A Buyer’s Market  is when there are more homes than buyers. In this case, the tables turn. Sellers...