Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House? Here’s What Most People Get Wrong

Hi, I’m John Meier with Westplex Real Estate, and if you’ve been asking yourself whether now is a good time to buy a house, you’re definitely not alone.
This is the number-one question almost every buyer asks me.

And here’s the truth:
Most people are looking at the wrong things… and it’s causing them to miss opportunities.

Let me break it down simply and honestly the way most agents won’t.

❌ Myth #1: “I should wait for the perfect time.”

There is no perfect time.
Not in real estate. Not in the economy. Not even in life.

Here’s what usually happens when someone waits for “perfect:”

• Interest rates drop → more buyers flood the market → prices rise.

• Prices drop → investors jump in → competition skyrockets.

• Inventory goes up → buyers hesitate → deals get snatched up by the ones who didn’t.

You can’t time the market.
But you can time your life, your finances, and your personal goals and those matter far more.

❌ Myth #2: “I’ll get a better deal if I wait.”

Not always.

Waiting can actually cost you more because:

• Home prices are still rising long-term.

• Competition increases when rates dip.

• Your buying power changes every time rates move even 0.5%.

A small rate change can impact your monthly payment more than a small change in price.

The question isn’t “Will the market get better?”
It’s “Will my situation get better by waiting?”

Most people never ask themselves that and that’s where they get stuck.

✅ So… Is Now a Good Time to Buy?

Here’s my honest answer:
👉 If you’re financially ready and you find a home that fits your life, then YES it’s a good time to buy.

Because what truly matters is:

• Your budget

• Your job stability

• Your long-term plans

• Your monthly payment comfort

• Your lifestyle needs

The market does not stay still.
But your needs are what drive the right decision not headlines.

The Real Question You Should Be Asking

Instead of asking:
“Is now a good time to buy a house?”

Ask:
“Is now a good time for me to buy a house?”

Big difference.
And when you look at it that way, the answer becomes a lot clearer.

Need Help Figuring Out Your Best Move?

You don’t have to guess, and you don’t have to try to “time the market.”
That’s what I’m here for.

Whether you’re buying your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or thinking about investing, I’ll guide you step-by-step and make sure you make a smart, confident decision.

📞 Call me at (636) 242-5365
✉️ Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: johnmeiersells.com

Let’s build the plan that’s right for you, not the headlines.

Make it a great day!
John Meier
Westplex Real Estate