The real estate market has moved away from its traditional buyer’s or seller’s market dynamics, leaving buyers and sellers at an impasse. Sellers who expected prices to continue to skyrocket like they did during the pandemic are now facing a more realistic scenario.
According to data from Realtor.com, sales of previously owned homes have decreased significantly this year, with 4 million annually being a slower rate than in previous years. Homes spent 63 days on the market, marking the 19th straight month of delays compared to last year.
Many sellers are still pricing their homes high, hoping for similar results as during the pandemic rush. However, most real estate agents agree that this approach is unrealistic and won’t yield desired prices. Some sellers may be emotionally attached to their home’s value or have unrealistic expectations due to market trends.
To navigate this challenging market, some brokers offer “private listings” – a service where homeowners can list their properties internally before making them publicly available. This tool helps agents gauge prices more accurately and build anticipation for the sale.
Real estate experts attribute the current state of the market to buyers and sellers being far apart in terms of expectations. The increase in homes being listed with price reductions, delistings, and prolonged sales periods indicates that both parties are struggling to meet each other’s demands.
As one broker noted, “It’s like a divorce – when two owners can’t come to a meeting of the minds.”
Source: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/real-estate/2025/11/11/unrealistic-sellers-missed-housing-market-top/87129600007