Is The Housing Market FINALLY Tilting in Your Favor?

Published March 18, 2025.
Written by Stephanie Malki.

For the longest time, sellers have ruled the real estate game. With low inventory and high demand, buyers had to fight tooth and nail to get an offer accepted. But guess what? The tides are turning.

Recent data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows inventory is on the rise, and certain markets are giving buyers more power than we've seen in years.

What Defines a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market?

Seller’s Market: More buyers than homes available. This drives up prices, creates bidding wars, and results in homes selling fast.

Buyer’s Market: More homes than buyers. This gives buyers the upper hand, with more negotiating power and potential deals on the table.

You can see this play out over time using data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) in the graph:

Where Does the Market Stand Now?

While we’re still seeing a seller’s market in many areas, buyers are finding leverage in places with growing inventory. According to Lance Lambert, Co-Founder of ResiClub:

“Among the nation’s 200 largest metro area housing markets, 41 markets ended January 2025 with more active homes for sale than they had in pre-pandemic January 2019. These are the places where homebuyers will be able to find the most leverage or market balance in 2025.”

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Why You Need an Expert

Whether you’re buying or selling, having an experienced agent on your side is key. We know the local market inside and out and can help you navigate the current trends to get the best deal possible.

Let’s Summarize What We’ve Discussed

With inventory rising, the market is shifting. Want to know how much leverage you have in your area? Let’s connect! Call the Marty Rodriguez Team at (626) 914-6637 to discuss which strategy works best for you.

Sources: NAR, KCM Analysis, ResiClub, Zillow