Paused Your Home Search? Here’s Why Now’s a Great Time to Restart

If you put your moving plans on hold last year, you weren’t alone—about 70% of buyers did the same. With low inventory, high prices, and rising mortgage rates, it just wasn’t the right time for many.

But things are changing—and fast.

The Market’s Finding Its Balance Inventory is up as more homeowners list and builders finish new homes, giving buyers more options. At the same time, supply is still low enough that sellers can move quickly with the right strategy.

In fact, inventory has jumped over 28% from this time last year, according to Realtor.com—but it’s still under pre-pandemic levels. That means less chaos for buyers and steady demand for sellers.

Why Timing Matters Experts say inventory will likely keep rising throughout the year. That means your home could stand out more now than later when there’s more competition. Waiting might cost you.

Bottom Line If you’ve been holding off, this could be your sign. Whether you're moving up, downsizing, or relocating, today’s market offers a rare balance.

Let’s talk about what this could mean for your next move.