Despite Recession Fears, Nearly 30% of Home Shoppers Say a Downturn Could Make Them More Likely to Buy a Home - PressReach

Despite Recession Fears, Nearly 30% of Home Shoppers Say a Downturn Could Make Them More Likely to Buy a Home - News (NASDAQ:NWSA), News (NASDAQ:NWS)

54.4% of surveyed buyers said a recession would have no impact on their decision to purchase a home Inventory shortages and budget constraints are the biggest barriers to entry for buyers Declining concerns about overbidding point to a calmer and less competitive market AUSTIN, Texas, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As economic anxiety intensifies, a new survey from Realtor.com® reveals that U.S. homebuyers are bracing for a potential recession, bu…

Could an upturn in home buying be the silver lining in a recession?

AUSTIN, Texas — While talk of a recession usually results in a more conservative approach to big-ticket items, a new survey from Realtor.com shows nearly twice as many respondents (29.8%) would be likely to buy a home during a recession than would shy away for making a purchase (15.8%). “While concerns are definitely present, some buyers anticipate that a downturn can bring opportunity,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist. “Well-prepared buyers…

Sidelined homebuyers see opportunity in a possible recession

As economic concerns grow, a new survey from Realtor.com shows that a significant share of prospective homebuyers may view a potential recession as an opportunity rather than a deterrent. According to the survey, 63.4% of respondents expect a recession within the next year, reflecting the highest level of concern since 2019. Despite that, nearly 30% of home shoppers said a downturn would make them more likely to purchase a home — almost double t…

Could an upturn in home buying be the silver lining in a recession? - Furniture Today

AUSTIN, Texas — While talk of a recession usually results in a more conservative approach to big-ticket items, a new survey from Realtor.com shows nearly twice as many respondents (29.8%) would be likely to buy a home during a recession than would shy away for making a purchase (15.8%). “While concerns are definitely present, some buyers anticipate that a downturn can bring opportunity,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist. “Well-prepared buyers…

Despite Recession Fears, Nearly 30% of Home Shoppers Say a Downturn Could Make Them More Likely to Buy a Home - PressReach

54.4% of surveyed buyers said a recession would have no impact on their decision to purchase a home Inventory shortages and budget constraints are the biggest barriers to entry for buyers Declining concerns about overbidding point to a calmer and less competitive market AUSTIN, Texas, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As economic anxiety intensifies, a new survey from Realtor.com® reveals that U.S. homebuyers are bracing for a potential recession, but…

Despite Recession Fears, Nearly 30% of Home Shoppers Say a Downturn Could Make Them More Likely to Buy a Home

54.4% of surveyed buyers said a recession would have no impact on their decision to purchase a homeInventory shortages and budget constraints are the biggest barriers to entry for buyersDeclining concerns about overbidding point to a calmer and less competitive…