What’s On Real Estate Buyers’ Minds in 2025?
As we progress into 2025, buyer sentiment and confidence in the residential real estate market are shaped by dynamic economic, political, and market-driven factors. Xome® recently surveyed Xome buyers to gain insights into their current feelings about the housing market, their buying habits, and their confidence in residential real estate investing for 2025. Here are a few highlights from our 2025 Buyer Sentiment & Confidence Index Report:
Key Insights
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- Bidding Factors: When it comes to bidding in real estate auctions, price is the top priority for most buyers, followed by location and property condition. Many also consider market trends and the potential return on investment (ROI) before making a bid.
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- Future Home Prices: Opinions on future home prices are divided with 31% of buyers believing home prices will increase over the next six months, 37% expect stability, and 33% anticipate a decrease.
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- Financing Challenges: High interest rates, limited lender flexibility, and strict qualification criteria are the main hurdles. These challenges can affect the ability to secure financing and make timely investments.
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- Emerging Trends: Fix and flip properties, long term rentals, and location are emerging trends that are capturing the attention of many buyers.
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