🏡 Are Home Sales Slowing Down? What It Means for You This Spring

As we settle into spring 2025, real estate across the country—including here in Montgomery County, Bucks County, and Philadelphia—is seeing a bit of a shift. Recent data shows that home sales have hit a low point this month, leaving many homeowners and buyers wondering: what does this mean for me?

At The BETZ Team, we’re not just keeping an eye on the numbers—we’re helping our clients use this market to their advantage.

📉 What’s Going On in the Market?

According to the National Association of REALTORS®, existing home sales fell nearly 6% in March compared to the previous month. New home sales also saw a 7.4% dip. Rising inventory and affordability challenges—driven in part by mortgage rates holding steady around 6.8%—are contributing to this slowdown.

However, what looks like a slump on paper can actually open doors for strategic buyers and sellers.

💡 What This Means for Buyers

If you've been on the fence about purchasing a home, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. With more inventory available and slightly less competition, buyers now have a better chance of negotiating terms, securing seller concessions, or avoiding bidding wars that were once the norm.

💼 What This Means for Sellers

Yes, homes are taking a little longer to sell—but with the right pricing strategy, preparation, and marketing, they’re still moving. In fact, serious buyers are still out there, and many are motivated to make a move this spring before the summer rush.

As a seller, your biggest advantage comes from working with a team that knows how to position your home in a changing market—and that’s exactly where we come in.

🧭 Our Advice: Move With Confidence

At The BETZ Team, we combine market insight with hands-on experience to help you navigate any kind of real estate climate. Whether you're thinking about listing your home or looking to buy before summer hits, we're here to help you make smart, confident decisions.