Why Buyers Regret Waiting—and What They're Doing About It

“I should’ve bought last year.”

We’ve all heard it—buyers kicking themselves for not acting sooner. But here’s what they’re realizing now: the market isn't crashing, and prices aren’t waiting.

In fact, many buyers who sat out 2023 and early 2024 now face:

• Higher home prices (values are up in most zip codes)

• Less seller flexibility

• Higher monthly payments due to rate creep

• Increased competition as more buyers re-enter

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But here's the kicker: they're still buying.

Why?

Because waiting didn’t save them money—it cost them time and equity.

Whether it’s a first-time buyer using 3% down, a move-up family leveraging equity, or an investor utilizing DSCR or no-income options… the buyers moving now are choosing to control their timing, not be controlled by fear.

If that’s you—or someone you know—let’s talk strategy. There are still options with lower payments, creative financing, and short-term solutions that beat the long-term cost of waiting.

Let’s apply. Let’s run the numbers. Let’s get clarity.