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Mortgage MinutePublished October 13, 2025
What $2 Trillion in Market Volatility Means for Home Sellers

📊 When Markets Swing, Sellers Win
A recent $2 trillion stock sell-off shook investor confidence - but it also created a powerful opportunity in real estate. As funds shift from stocks to safer assets like bonds, mortgage rates tend to drop. Right now, rates are sitting near their lowest levels in almost a year, and that means buyers are jumping back in.
For home sellers, that’s good news. Lower rates expand buyers’ budgets and reignite demand, helping listings capture attention and move faster - especially before confidence (and competition) rebounds.
💡 Why This Moment Matters for Sellers
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Rates are low, but not for long. Volatile markets often bring temporary rate dips - a window of time when more buyers can afford to act.
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Buyer confidence is rebuilding. As affordability improves, motivated buyers are stepping off the sidelines.
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Inventory is still tight. Sellers who list before the next wave of new inventory can enjoy stronger negotiating positions and faster offers.
If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to sell, this may be it. Acting before confidence returns to the market lets you attract serious, ready-to-move buyers - while competition among listings remains manageable.
🏡 Your Next Step
✨ Thinking of selling your home in the Bay Area?
Let’s connect to talk about your goals and create a custom plan that helps you achieve the best results in today’s market.
Contact EO&A today to schedule your free home value review.
🌉 Your Northern California Real Estate Team
Whether you’re planning to sell in San Francisco, Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Solano, Yolo, Sacramento, Contra Costa, or Alameda County, our team has local experts ready to help you navigate your next move with confidence and strategy.
EO&A Team
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