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If you tried to buy a home just a few years ago, you probably still remember the chaos. Homes would hit the market in the morning and have offers stacked by dinner. Some buyers were putting in offers sight unseen just to have a shot. It was exhausting, overwhelming, and for many people, it was enough to make them step away from the market completely.

But here’s the good news: those days are behind us.

Today’s market is giving buyers something they haven’t had in years—time. And that shift is opening the door for real opportunities.

The Stat That Changes Everything

According to the latest Realtor.com data, homes are now sitting on the market for an average of 58 days. That’s a huge difference compared to the pandemic frenzy, when homes vanished in days.

Think about what that means for you:

• More time to actually think about your decision.
  
  
• More time to negotiate the right deal.
  
  
• More time to buy without feeling like you’re running a marathon.
  
  

Instead of rushing into a purchase fueled by fear of missing out, you now have the space to make confident, informed decisions.

More Time = Less Stress + More Leverage

At the market’s peak, buyers were making offers within hours, sometimes tossing in extras just to compete. Today, the pace is much slower—and that flips the script.

• Bidding wars? Less common.
  
  
• Negotiation power? Back in your hands.
  
  
• Stress level? Way down.
  
  

As Bankrate puts it, “Homes are staying listed longer, so buyers can slow down, weigh their options, and make more confident decisions.”

That breathing room matters. It means you can walk into showings with clarity instead of panic, and you don’t have to settle for a home that isn’t the right fit.

But Remember—Real Estate Is Local

Here’s the catch: while the national average is 58 days, real estate is still hyper-local. Some areas move faster than others. Your zip code might look very different from the national headlines.

That’s why working with a local agent is so important. A smart agent knows where you can take your time—and where you need to move quickly. Without that insight, you could risk missing out or overpaying.

Bottom Line

If the whirlwind of the past few years kept you on the sidelines, this is your signal to jump back in. The market has shifted. Buyers finally have more time, more options, and more leverage than they’ve had in years.

All you need is the right guide to help you make the most of it.

📲 Call or text us today at 855-935-MORE to take advantage of this moment.