If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the right time to take another look. There are more homes to choose from. Prices in many LA neighborhoods have leveled off. And mortgage rates are finally starting to ease. That combination is giving buyers something they haven’t had in a long time: real choice.
Affordability Is Slowly Improving.
For a while, affordability felt impossible. That tide is finally turning. Mortgage rates have pulled back from their highs, and home prices are stabilizing. That one-two shift is opening a window for buyers who have been waiting for the right conditions to re-engage.
More Homes Are Coming to Market.
One of the biggest reasons prices are cooling is simple: there are more homes available. Housing inventory nationwide is up 17 percent compared to this time last year. More inventory means more choice. It means less competition. And it means a better chance of finding a home that actually fits your life.
A Market That Rewards Prepared Buyers.
None of this means the market is suddenly simple. It means it is more balanced. Buyers who prepare early, both financially and emotionally, are the ones who benefit most. What is happening in your neighborhood will not always reflect the national headlines. Understanding your market, your numbers, and your timing is where clarity comes from. If you stepped away from your search because it felt too competitive or too expensive or too uncertain, this might be the right moment to re-engage. And if you are not ready to jump in yet, that is perfectly fine. You can start by getting informed. Review options. Set up alerts. Narrow your search. Position yourself so you are ready when the right home comes along.
The Bottom Line.
This isn’t 2021. It is not even 2023. This is a new market. A market that rewards patience, preparation, and perspective. If you want to understand what is happening or explore what is possible within your budget, reach out. We can walk through current inventory, local data, and the opportunities that make sense for you right now.
You might be surprised by what you find.
