Married couples account for 61% of buyers, followed by single females ( 21% ) and single males ( 9% ).

A widening divide exists between those entering the market and those leveraging existing home equity. First-Time Buyers Repeat Buyers 21% (Historic Low) Median Age Median Down Payment Financing Type Mostly financed (90%+) ~30% All-Cash 3. Purchasing Behavior & Preferences

Current buyers are prioritizing stability and community over job proximity.

A record 26%–30% of buyers paid all cash, bypassing high mortgage rates and gaining a competitive edge.

Repeat buyers are using a median of $140,900 in gained equity from previous sales to fund their next purchase. FSBO success rates?

Buyers now plan to stay in their homes for a median of 15 years , a massive increase from the 6-year average seen in the early 2000s.

People Who Buy Houses Official

Married couples account for 61% of buyers, followed by single females ( 21% ) and single males ( 9% ).

A widening divide exists between those entering the market and those leveraging existing home equity. First-Time Buyers Repeat Buyers 21% (Historic Low) Median Age Median Down Payment Financing Type Mostly financed (90%+) ~30% All-Cash 3. Purchasing Behavior & Preferences people who buy houses

Current buyers are prioritizing stability and community over job proximity. Married couples account for 61% of buyers, followed

A record 26%–30% of buyers paid all cash, bypassing high mortgage rates and gaining a competitive edge. FSBO success rates

Repeat buyers are using a median of $140,900 in gained equity from previous sales to fund their next purchase. FSBO success rates?

Buyers now plan to stay in their homes for a median of 15 years , a massive increase from the 6-year average seen in the early 2000s.