How To Buy A Home

Housing prices are rising, inventory’s up, and rates won’t crash—here’s what that actually means if you’re trying to buy your first home in May 2025. The market may feel like a mess, but underneath the whiplash headlines are trends you can actually plan around. This episode breaks down the latest data on home prices, supply, and mortgage rates—including insights from Florida, Wisconsin, and the East Coast—to help you figure out how to buy smart in May 2025. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment or for rates to drop, this episode shows why it’s time to stop waiting and start planning.Quote:“Don’t let [rates] be the thing that stops you from starting your plan. Just plan for 7%. Anything else is extra.” — David Sidoni, Episode 341Highlights:Why are headlines saying both “prices falling” and “prices rising”?What does four months of housing inventory really mean for you?Could rising inventory signal a shift toward a buyer’s market?Are interest rates ever going back to 3%—or is 7% the new normal?How do reg