Should you buy now or wait for lower rates? Use our interactive decision tool and cost calculator. Real 2025 data shows waiting 6 months costs $18K-$23K. Expert analysis inside.

Jan 2, 2026 · Waiting to buy a home? Rising prices and rates could cost you more. See how delaying your purchase affects long-term costs.

Apr 25, 2025 · As buyers wait, home values consistently trend upward, with an average annual appreciation of 5%. Waiting to buy means paying more for the same property, even if interest rates …

Mar 10, 2025 · Delaying your home purchase could mean paying thousands more for the same home in just a year or two. Here’s an example: If home prices increase by just 3% annually, a $350,000 home …

Dec 17, 2025 · The Typical Prospective Buyer In this section, we provide a high-level overview of key prospective buyer information. According to recent ZG Population Science research, 20% of US …

Sep 11, 2025 · But here’s the truth: waiting to buy often costs more than it saves. In this post, we’ll break down the real cost of waiting to buy a home, why “timing the market” rarely works, and how you can …

Dec 2, 2025 · For many potential homebuyers, it can feel tempting to “wait it out”—to hold off buying until prices drop or market conditions feel more favorable. But while waiting might seem like the …