Is your home lingering on the market longer than you expected? It can be frustrating, and you might even be thinking about pulling the listing and waiting for 2025 to see what happens. But before you make that decision, it’s important to consider how holding off could actually cost you in the long run. Here’s why staying on the market now might be your best bet.
Other Sellers Are Pausing, Should You?
Recent data shows that more sellers are pulling their listings from the market right now—something that’s pretty common around this time of year. As we head into fall, inventory typically dips as many sellers decide to hold off until the new year. According to Mike Simonsen from Altos Research:
". . . we’re seeing a more normal seasonal pattern now with inventory beginning to decline. We’re also seeing more home sellers withdrawing their listings to try again next year. In fact, for every two sales, there is another listing withdrawn from the market."
So, does it make sense to join them? While it might feel like the safer move, here’s why it might not be the best choice.
The Buyers Out There Now Are Serious
One of the biggest reasons to keep your listing active is the mindset of today’s buyers. People shopping for homes at this time of year tend to be serious about finding a place to settle into before the holiday season.
Many have been holding off, waiting for better conditions, and now that rates have come down from their peak, they’re more motivated to buy. In fact, mortgage applications are starting to rise, which signals that buyers are preparing to jump back in.
These are not casual browsers—they’re eager and ready to act. During the fall months, serious homebuyers are eager to settle into a new home before the holiday season ramps up and the winter weather begins.
Keeping your home on the market during this period increases your chances of attracting these motivated buyers, who are often ready to move quickly.
Bottom Line
Even though some sellers are choosing to pull their listings, keeping your home on the market could be the smarter move. Buyers right now are ready to purchase, and this could be the perfect time to sell. Reach out to your agent to make sure your strategy is in place to get the best results.