If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to sell, this might be the moment you’ve been hoping for.
Here’s the deal — for the past couple of years, many buyers have paused. Between rising mortgage rates and prices, buying a home felt out of reach for many. But now? They’re coming back. Buyers are starting to accept that this might just be the “new normal,” and they’re adjusting their expectations.
Even the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is seeing this shift. They recently said: “Home buyers seem to be getting over the shock of mortgage rates in the mid-to upper-6% range.”
In plain English — buyers are done waiting for rates to magically drop. They’re jumping in and making moves.
So, what does this mean for you as a seller in Lee’s Summit?
This means more motivated buyers could be coming to see homes like yours, and there’s data to back this up.
3 Signs Buyers Are Getting Serious Right Now
1. Mortgage Applications Are Spiking
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that mortgage applications have been up 37% since the start of the year. That’s not a little blip — that’s a clear sign serious buyers are locking in financing and gearing up to make offers.
2. Buyer Demand Is Heating Up
Redfin’s Homebuyer Demand Index (basically a tracker for buyer activity) shows demand is up 3% since late January. No, it’s not a full-on frenzy yet — but momentum is building.
3. More Home Tours Are Happening
Data from ShowingTime — which tracks actual home showings — says showings are up 13% since the beginning of the year. More buyers walking through homes is what you want if you’re thinking of selling. More foot traffic means more opportunities for offers.
Why This Timing Could Be Perfect
We’re also about to head into spring, which is hands down the busiest time of year for home sales in Lee’s Summit. Buyers who want to be settled before summer vacations and the next school year are house hunting right now.
If you’ve been debating whether to sell, this window could be your sweet spot with buyers returning to the game and spring around the corner.
Bottom Line: Don’t Sit This One Out
If you want to reach these motivated buyers before everyone else lists their homes, let’s talk strategy. I can help you price your home right, market it like a pro, and make sure it stands out.
Reach out today, and let’s get your home ready for its big debut! Call or text Great Missouri Homes at 816-328-2887 or fill out the quick contact form below.
