Is the Market Cooling Off—Or Just Catching Its Breath? July 2025

🏡 Is the Market Cooling Off—Or Just Catching Its Breath?

Hey friends,

Lately, I’ve had more than a few people ask me, “Is the real estate market slowing down?” And honestly… it’s a fair question.

We’ve been in a hot market for quite a while—homes were selling in days, bidding wars were everywhere, and buyers were waiving inspections just to get in the door. But recently, I’ve noticed a shift—especially here in the Inland Empire.

📈 More Inventory. Slower Movement.

Right now, we’re seeing more homes hitting the market—and more of them are sitting. Not sitting for months, but noticeably longer than what we’ve been used to.

To give you a sense of it:
The average Days on Market (DOM) has jumped from around 11–14 days earlier this year to 25–30+ days in some neighborhoods. That’s more than double the time in just a few months.

It doesn’t mean homes aren’t selling—it means buyers finally have breathing room. They’re being more selective, they’re negotiating again, and they’re not feeling the pressure to decide within hours.

🔁 It’s Not a Crash—It’s a Reset

Let me be super clear: this isn’t a housing crash. It’s not even a downturn.
It’s what a balanced market looks like when it starts to emerge after a period of extreme seller advantage.

• Homes are still selling.

• Prices are still strong (especially for move-in-ready homes).

• But buyers are back in the driver’s seat—and that means we need to adjust how we approach things.

💡 What This Means for You

If you’re buying:
This is good news. You now have more options and more time to make thoughtful decisions. The pace has eased just enough to bring some sanity back to the process. You might even see price reductions and get concessions again.

If you’re selling:
It’s not bad news, it just means your strategy matters more than ever. You can still get a great price for your home—but pricing it right, marketing it well, and making sure it shines are all key to avoiding sitting too long on the market.

And yes—Days on Market matters to buyers. The longer a home sits, the more questions it raises. That’s why a proactive strategy still wins.

What’s Next?

Rates are holding steady, inventory is rising modestly, and we’re seeing a return to a healthier pace.
If you’re thinking about buying or selling, this is a window to make smart moves—without the frenzy we’ve all grown used to.

And if you’re just curious about your home’s value or want to talk through your next step, I’m always happy to help—no pressure, just real talk.

Talk soon,
Jake