Who Actually Cares if it’s a Buyers Market or a Sellers Market?

Real Talk from the Trenches of Real Estate

Let’s get one thing straight — if you’re buying or selling a home, the first question people usually ask is:
“Is it a buyer’s market or a seller’s market?”
But honestly… who really cares?

I’ve been working in real estate for over three decades, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: labels don’t help you move forward. Smart decisions do.

Markets Change. People Still Buy and Sell.

From 9/11 to the 2008 financial crash, and now COVID-19, I’ve seen the NYC real estate market flip, twist, and bounce back every time.

Right now, things might feel confusing — but here’s a fact:
In September 2020, NYC had over 16 months of inventory. Today? We’re down to about 6 months. That’s a massive shift toward a normalized market, whether you’re a buyer or a seller.

Advice for Sellers: Price It Right, Not High

You want top dollar. That’s natural.

But here’s a reality check: Overpricing doesn’t sell homes. Smart pricing does.

Don’t fall for agents who inflate prices just to win your listing.
Price low to sell fast and high. Let the market do its magic.
Properties that are priced right attract multiple offers — sometimes even hundreds of thousands over asking.

💡 Pro Tip: Find an experienced, data-driven agent who tells you what you need to hear — not what you want to hear.

Buyers: Stop Waiting. Start Shopping.

Still sitting on the sidelines, waiting for the “perfect time”?
Let me tell you something — there’s no perfect time.

Interest rates are still relatively low.
Inventory is moving.
Good homes are getting snatched up quickly.

Don’t look for a “steal.” Look for a home.

Buying a home is not like buying stocks or sneakers. It’s personal. It’s emotional. And that’s why, even in tough times, real estate always recovers faster than it falls.

🎯 What to Focus On:

Location
Long-term value
A mortgage you can afford
A space that makes you feel at home

Real Estate Isn’t Just Business. It’s Personal.

Here’s what COVID taught us all: Life is short.

If you want a new place — go for it.
If you’re ready to sell — don’t delay.
Home is where peace lives. Where safety and joy begin.

I’ve had the honor of helping people from every walk of life find their dream homes in NYC — the most resilient city in the world. We New Yorkers know how to bounce back, again and again.