Is 2025 still a good year to sell your house?

If you’re considering selling your house, you might have hoped that by 2025, the real estate market would stabilize. However, like New Year's resolutions, things aren’t always as easy as expected. With talks of economic downturns and recessions, concerns about whether now is the right time to sell are growing.

So, is selling your house in 2025 a good choice? Fortunately, if approached strategically, it can still be a good opportunity. Let’s take a look at why this year could be advantageous for sellers.

Economic Situation: What’s Going On?

Economic experts are debating between a recession and stagflation. Here’s a brief breakdown:

• Recession: Occurs when the economy contracts for two consecutive quarters, meaning money stops circulating, and consumption decreases. It’s like receiving your paycheck and watching it vanish immediately, only to survive on instant noodles for the month.

• Stagflation: This is the worst-case scenario, where the economy stagnates, but inflation rises and unemployment increases. A historical example is the U.S. in the 1970s, where rising prices and job losses made things difficult for everyone. Essentially, you’re stuck in a situation where "nothing is affordable, but everything is expensive."

Fortunately, the current U.S. economy is more in a recession than stagflation. Inflation is slowing down, and the unemployment rate remains stable. So, there’s no immediate threat of a market collapse.

How Recessions Affect the Real Estate Market

Typically, recessions lead to reduced consumer spending, meaning fewer buyers are looking for homes. As a result, housing inventory tends to rise, and home prices may fall. However, this isn’t always the case:

• In 2020, the recession actually sparked a housing boom due to historically low interest rates, which increased demand.

• On the other hand, during the 2007-2009 financial crisis, the housing market collapsed, and prices plummeted.

So, just because a recession is happening doesn’t necessarily mean home prices will drop. The current housing market is still seeing price stability due to a shortage of supply.

How Stagflation Could Affect the Market

Thankfully, we're not in a stagflation situation, but what would happen if we were? Looking at the 1970s U.S. market, home prices held steady, but mortgage rates soared as high as 19%. Yes, that’s not a typo—19%!

Currently, many homes in the U.S. are financed at mortgage rates below 4%. If rates were to spike again, potential buyers may pull out of the market, creating challenges for sellers.

Should Homeowners Be Worried?

Despite the frequent news about recessions or economic instability, current homeowners don't need to be overly concerned—especially those who own their homes outright or can easily manage their mortgage payments.

The biggest risk factor is unemployment. If you lose your job, maintaining your mortgage payments becomes challenging. However, the job market is relatively stable right now, and there’s no sign of a large-scale unemployment crisis on the horizon.

Is Now the Right Time to Sell?

If you’re thinking about selling, the best strategy is to act when the market is stable. In fact, the week between April 13th and 19th, 2025, is expected to be one of the best times to list your house this year. During this time, homes are likely to sell more quickly and at higher prices.

If you're unsure whether this is the right moment to sell, ask yourself: "Will waiting until next year bring a better opportunity?" Real estate markets are unpredictable, and waiting doesn’t always result in better conditions.

Conclusion: 2025 Can Still Be a Good Time to Sell!

✔ While the economy may seem unstable, there’s no indication that home prices will suddenly crash.✔ A recession is possible, but the risk of a 2008-style housing market collapse is low.✔ April 13–19, 2025, is forecasted as the best week to sell.✔ Selling now, while the market is stable, might be the best option.

Thinking of selling your house? Consult with an expert to create the best strategy for your situation!