The real estate market is shifting—and fast. According to recent housing reports, the number of home sellers is now outpacing the number of buyers by more than 500,000 nationwide. For many homeowners, especially those who planned to sell in 2025, this imbalance could make it much harder to find a buyer, let alone get a strong offer.
So what does this mean if you’re thinking about selling?
🏡 It’s Turning Into a Buyer’s Market
When there are more sellers than buyers, competition rises. Homeowners are forced to drop their prices, offer concessions, and wait longer to get a serious offer. In some cases, homes just sit on the market—especially if they’re outdated, need repairs, or aren’t staged perfectly.
If you’re dealing with any of the following, it may be even tougher:
- Homes needing repairs or updates
- Inherited properties
- Rental properties with tenants
- Behind on payments or in pre-foreclosure
💡 What Homeowners Can Do to Avoid Getting Stuck
In this kind of market, waiting too long or pricing too high could backfire. Listing your home the traditional way may cost you more in time, stress, and carrying costs.
That’s where Modern Times Homes LLC steps in.
We’re not agents—we’re local homebuyers. We buy directly from homeowners in Rockford, Machesney Park, Loves Park, and surrounding areas. No showings, no repairs, and no cleaning. Just a fair cash offer and a closing date that works for you.
✅ Why Sellers Choose Us in a Shifting Market
- We buy as-is – Skip the repairs, walkthroughs, and waiting
- No fees or commissions
- Fast closing – Often within days, not months
- Local and family-run – We’re real people who care
You deserve options. If the traditional route doesn’t feel right—or if time and certainty matter more—we’re here to help you navigate this new market.