General Community NewsReal Estate Trends May 6, 2025

Foreclosures Rose in Q1 2025 – Is It a Warning Sign?

With everyday costs seemingly rising across the board, the state of the housing market is a natural concern. When basic living expenses rise, even critical financial responsibilities like mortgage payments start to slip, leading to increased foreclosures. Unsurprisingly, new data shows filings for foreclosures rose in Q1 2025, stirring worries about another housing crash like in 2008.

But as it turns out, there’s less cause for worry than you might think. When contextualized correctly, it’s clear these new number don’t point to a repeat of the last big housing crash.

 

The 2008 Market Versus 2025

The latest quarterly report from ATTOM shows that foreclosures did rise in Q1 2025, which is concerning at first glance. However, foreclosure filings were still lower than the normal historical average, and far below the levels seen in 2008. When plotted visually, it’s easy to see the huge difference between 2008 and 2025.

Compare the foreclosure filings in Q1 2025 to the years surrounding the 2008 crash on the graph below. Even in the years preceding and following the 2008 crash, foreclosures were dramatically higher than what we’re seeing now.

A bar graph of national quarterly foreclosure filings from 2005 to 2025 contrasting Q1 2025 from the 2008 housing market crash.

Back in 2008, lenders were approving loans using much riskier practices, saddling many homeowners with mortgages they couldn’t afford. This flooded the market with distressed properties, surplus housing inventory, and free-falling home prices that collectively caused the crash.

In the years that followed, lending standards became much stricter and stronger to prevent such a crash from happening again. Today, most homeowners are in a much better financial position, and foreclosures have stabilized as a result.

The graph may appear to show foreclosures ramping up since the lows of 2020 and 2021, but this is deceiving. Foreclosures during those years were unusually low thanks to a moratorium designed to help millions of homeowners through the pandemic. That moratorium has since ended, which has caused foreclosure filings to return to the more normal levels we see now.

Compared to pre-pandemic years like 2017-2019, foreclosures overall are actually relatively down from what’s considered normal. So while foreclosures rose in Q1 2025, this doesn’t point to a troubling surge in the market.

 

Why Foreclosures Haven’t Surged in 2025

Another reassuring difference in today’s real estate market is the power of increased homeowner equity. As home prices have exploded over these past few years, homeowners have enjoyed a welcome boost to their wealth. According to Rob Barber, CEO at ATTOM:

 

“While levels remain below historical averages, the quarterly growth suggests that some homeowners may be starting to feel the pressure of ongoing economic challenges. However, strong home equity positions in many markets continue to help buffer against a more significant spike . . .”

 

In short, if a homeowner can’t make their mortgage payments, they may be able to sell their home to avoid foreclosure. During 2008, many people owed more than their homes were worth and had no choice but to foreclose. Today, most homeowners have much stronger equity that protects them from being forced into foreclosing. As Rick Sharga, Founder and CEO of CJ Patrick Company, recently explained in a Forbes article:

 

“ . . . a significant factor contributing to today’s comparatively low levels of foreclosure activity is that homeowners—including those in foreclosure—possess an unprecedented amount of home equity.”

 

Conclusion

It’s true that foreclosures rose in Q1 2025, but they’re nowhere near the levels seen during the 2008 crash. Even as home prices continue rising, strong equity is protecting existing homeowners and bolstering their wealth. This doesn’t discount the struggles some homeowners are facing, but it’s a reassuring fact for the market at large.

If you’re a homeowner facing foreclosure, ask your mortgage provider about what options are available to you. Are you a first time buyer eager to build your equity? Contact us today for the info you need to get started.

General Community NewsReal Estate Trends April 29, 2025

Are You Waiting To Buy? This Spring May Be Your Time To Move

Between low inventory, high home prices, and unpredictable mortgage rates, 2024 was a rocky year for real estate. It should come as no surprise then that 70% of buyers stopped their home search last year. If you were one of them and are still waiting to buy in 2025, this spring could be your time.

 

The Drive of Housing Inventory

Many homeowners who put their move on pause last year are reentering the market this year. This means higher, stronger listing inventory, and with builders finishing more homes, new construction inventory is growing as well. Together, this creates more options for buyers like you, and better chances of finding the home you’ve waited for.

But that’s only part of the story. When you’re selling, you want to feel confident that you’ll find a home you’ll be thrilled to move into. At the same time, you don’t want housing inventory so high that your current house sits on the market. Fortunately, the spring 2025 market is striking a balance between supply and demand that many have waited for.

According to research from Realtor.com, housing inventory has jumped 28.5% year-over-year, making March the 17th straight month of inventory growth. This is still below pre-pandemic levels in most markets, but it’s a sweet spot for anyone waiting to buy.

A bar graph comparing the percent change of national housing inventory from 2024 to 2025 versus pre-pandemic levels demonstrating increasing inventory in 2025.

For patient buyers, this means you’ll have more options when moving, but not so many that your current house won’t sell. As long as there’s a healthy demand for homes in your area, your house should still sell relatively quickly. Especially if you work with a local agent to make sure it’s priced right and fixed up to maximize value.

 

The Sweet Spot: More Options and Steady Demand

Here’s another promising point to think about. As we said, Realtor.com‘s March 2025 data shows that housing inventory has been rising for 17 consecutive months. What’s better, industry experts agree that listing inventory is likely to continue climbing through 2025. According to Lance Lambert, the Co-Founder of ResiClub:

 

“The fact that inventory is rising year-over-year . . . strongly suggests that national active housing inventory for sale is likely to end the year higher.​”

 

If this prediction proves correct, this spring may be a better time to sell than you think. Listing now could help your house may stand out more than it would later in the year as inventory grows. With more homeowners reentering the market, waiting too long could make it all the more difficult to stand out.

 

 

Conclusion

If you’re one of the many who have been waiting to buy a house this past year, here’s your chance. Housing supply is growing but hasn’t caught up to demand yet, meaning new listings are still getting extra buyer attention. Meanwhile, increasing inventory is giving current homeowners more opportunities to scale up, further driving supply and activating buyers.

For both first time buyers and homeowners waiting to sell, this spring’s market is trending toward an ideal sweet spot. If you have questions keeping you from making your move, reach out to us for answers today. We can get you the info you need, or connect you with an agent to navigate your unique local market.

General Community NewsReal Estate Trends April 24, 2025

Should You Buy a Home This Spring or Wait for Lower Prices?

You’re probably familiar with the saying “The best time to plant a tree was yesterday, but the next best time is today.” It’s a valuable lesson about future planning and investment that, surprisingly, applies to the decision to buy a home too.

Even though buying a home is a major financial expense, it’s also a major investment that grows over time. As the price of your home increases over time, the value of the equity you’ve built grows with it. And while waiting for prices to drop may be an attractive option, trying to time the market rarely works.

But here’s something to consider: the longer you wait to buy a home, the more your patience could cost you. Let’s explain why.

 

Home Prices Are Expected To Continue Climbing

Each quarter, over 100 housing market experts respond to Fannie Mae‘s Home Price Expectations Survey (HPES). Consistently, the survey results show experts agreeing that home prices will continue to rise through 2029 or even longer.

Sharp price increases may be behind us, but experts predict steadier, healthier increases of 3-4% per year moving forward. This rate of increase will vary by market from year to year, but it’s much closer to normal. Reliable growth is a promising sign for hopeful buyers, and the housing market at large, as the graph below demonstrates.

A green bar graph showing projected home price percent increases from December 2025 to December 2029 demonstrating the benefits of buying a home early.

Even in markets experiencing slower price growth or short-term decreases, the steady gains of homeownership eventually win in time. After all, a growing, long-term financial investment will always beat a one-time discount.

Here are the main points to remember:

  • Home prices will be higher next year. Experts don’t expect home prices to fall any time soon, at least at the national level.
  • Waiting for a perfect mortgage rate or price drops is a gamble. With only slight dips in mortgage rates expected in the near future, price increase could outpace any potential mortgage savings. Unless home price growth is slow or mortgage rates are low in your area, waiting will likely be more expensive.
  • Buying early means building more equity. When you invest in homeownership early, your equity and appreciating home value reward you in the long run.

 

The Costs of Waiting To Buy

To demonstrate how these theories play out in real-world numbers, here’s a typical example. If you were to buy a $400,000 house in 2025, it could gain almost $80,000 in value by 2030. The graph below demonstrates how this value appreciates year by year based on the expert data we mentioned earlier.

A bar graph showing projected yearly home value appreciation of a four hundred thousand dollar home from January 2025 to January 2030 demonstrating the benefits of buying a home early.

This can be a considerable difference in your future wealth and why buyers who invest early are often glad they did. When it comes to building wealth through long-term investment, time in the market matters.

The question to consider isn’t “Should I wait to buy?” It’s really “Can I afford to buy now?” Just like planting a tree, making short-term sacrifices to buy a home will eventually pay off in the long-term.

Between rising prices and stubborn mortgage rates, today’s housing market is challenging, but achieving homeownership is far from impossible. Exploring different neighborhoods, seeking alternative financing options, or applying for down payment assistance programs can all make a critical difference.

What’s most important is acting decisively when you’re able to, instead of waiting for a perfect opportunity that never comes.

 

Conclusion

If you’re interested in buying but still undecided, take the time you need to make the right choice. But, remember that realizing an investment takes time, and the sooner you make one, the sooner you’ll be rewarded.

If you’re curious about what’s happening with prices in our local area, then reach out to us. Even if you’re not ready to buy, an expert local agent can fill you in with the info you need.

General Community NewsReal Estate Trends April 23, 2025

Here’s the Next Best Time To Sell Your Home This Spring

Back in March, Realtor.com reported that the best time to list your house in 2025 was April 13–19. With that week now behind us, you may be wondering if you missed your chance this year. Fortunately, you still have plenty of time, if another source’s prediction holds true this spring.

Realtor.com may be one of the biggest property search sites, but others have their own data, studies, and methodologies. This means that they sometimes receive different results and reach different conclusions. This means that they sometimes receive different results and reach different conclusions, which may be good news for you. Because according to Zillow, the ideal spring house selling window hasn’t passed yet.

 

Reports on the Best Spring Selling Period

New research from Zillow has found that sellers who list their homes in late May tend to see higher sale prices. Based on home sales from 2024, homes listed in May had the highest sale premium of about $5,600. According to Zillow‘s study:

 

“Search activity typically peaks before Memorial Day, as shoppers get serious about house hunting before their summer vacation and the new school year in the fall. By targeting late spring, sellers can get their home listed when the most shoppers are looking. When more buyers are competing for homes, sellers can command a higher price.

 

But Zillow isn’t the only one declaring May as the best time for home sellers to list. Using data from 59 million home sales over the past 13 years, ATTOM Data completed a similar study. In this case, it was found that sellers who list in May net an 11.1% higher closing price on average.

 

Freshly compiled sales statistics from ATTOM demonstrate that home sellers continue to reap significant benefits from listing their properties during the month of May. Examination of home sales trends spanning thirteen years reveals that, on average, sellers are commanding 11.1 percent premium above the estimated market value.”

 

Meanwhile, a report from Bankrate states that listing at any time in April or May is ideal. In fact, it found that homes listed in May on average sell for about 13.1% above market value:

 

“Some patterns and trends usually do hold true throughout the year, and one is that spring continues to be the best time to sell. Sellers can net thousands of dollars more if they sell during the peak months of April and May. . .”

 

If these reports are accurate, then there’s still time to list during peak home selling season. Closing your home sale in May could get you a sizable increase in your final sale price.

Of course, the best week to list your house ultimately depends on your own local real estate market. Prices are driven by buyer demand and home supply, and these can vary wildly from market to market. This is why working with an experienced local agent can be so helpful, especially in uncertain markets.

 

Conclusion

Even though Realtor.com‘s recommended spring selling window has passed, other sources say there’s still plenty of time this year. Spring is always a busy time in real estate, and you can take advantage without listing during a specific week.

The true best time to sell your house will be determined by your own unique local market this spring. Working with an agent can help remove some of the guesswork, and get you the best closing price possible.

General Community NewsReal Estate Trends April 18, 2025

Many Fear a Housing Market Crash in 2025 – Will It Happen?

Between every economic uncertainty underpinning this year so far, Americans are understandably trepid about the future. Amid market lows and rising prices, many are asking if we’re heading for a housing market crash in 2025.

If talk of tariffs and mercurial markets are giving you pause about your plans, you’re not alone. In fact, new data from Clever Real Estate has found that 70% of Americans are worried about a housing crash in 2025. But how likely is this, and what does the latest data say?

 

Low Inventory Prevents a Crash in Prices

Before you put your plans to buy or a sell a home on hold, let’s look at the facts. The reality is that the trends in the housing market we’re seeing aren’t signs of crashing, only of shifting. As Chief Economist at First American Mark Fleming explains:

 

“There’s just generally not enough supply. There are more people than housing inventory. It’s Econ 101.”

 

Consider the basic laws of supply and demand. If the supply of something is low, its prices are bound to go up, and homes are no exception. And even though housing inventory is up in 2025, high demand from buyers is still driving home prices higher.

According to recent data from Realtor.com, the number of homes for sale in 2025 is climbing, but still below normal levels. Even still, home supply is at its highest since pre-pandemic levels, showing a positive trend in the right direction.

A line graph showing active monthly listings on the market from the year 2017 to 2025 and demonstrating the positive home supply of 2025.

 

That ongoing low supply is what’s stopping home prices from dropping at the national level. As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says:

 

“… if there’s a shortage, prices simply cannot crash.”

 

Home Prices Normalize as Inventory Increases

As more homes are listed on the market, upward pressure on home price growth normalizes. Prices may not be falling, but they’re rising at a rate closer to what we’d consider normal for the market.

Even though prices aren’t declining nationally, increased inventory means they’re rising more slowly than they were. The trend we’re currently seeing is what’s considered price moderation.

A bar graph showing the year over year monthly average home price change from January 2024 to January 2025.

The good news for buyers is that this price moderation is expected to continue throughout the rest of the year, according to a January report from Freddie Mac:

 

“In 2025, we expect the pace of house price appreciation to moderate from the levels seen in 2024, while still maintaining a positive trajectory.

 

This means that home prices will continue rising in most markets, but not as quickly as they did in 2024. This is great news for anyone who’s been priced out of the market thanks to rapid price appreciation these past few years.

These numbers represent national trends, so the true story will vary in individual markets. A local real estate agent can give you the latest details on the market trends in your your own unique area.

 

Conclusion

Fears of a housing market crash in 2025 abound, but don’t let this worry you. While a little caution is healthy, experts are confident that a housing market crash is unlikely in 2025. As a recent report from Business Insider says:

 

. . . economists who study housing market conditions generally do not expect a crash in 2025 or beyond unless the economic outlook changes.”

 

In reality, this year’s housing market is stabilizing thanks to decreasing price growth and increasing home supply. If you’re curious about the market trends in your local area, contact us today to connect with an agent who can reassure you with the facts.

Affiliated UpdatesIn The Media April 3, 2025

CENTURY 21 Affiliated Named Among Top 100 Real Estate Firms in RISMedia’s 2025 Power Broker Report

CENTURY 21 Affiliated, the #1 Century 21 franchise in the world, proudly announces its ranking in RISMedia’s 2025 Power Broker Report, which recognizes the nation’s top-performing real estate firms based on transactions.

 

CENTURY 21 Affiliated has been ranked #40 based on transactions, and #57 based on sales volume, reinforcing its standing as a dominant force in the real estate industry.

 

Published annually, RISMedia’s Power Broker Report is based on responses to its Power Broker Survey, distributed each January. The report celebrates the remarkable achievements of real estate leaders and brokerage firms that continue to drive the industry forward.

 

See Dan Kruse’s Feature in the 2025 Power Broker Report Here.

 

“Our real estate professionals consistently deliver exceptional service in an evolving market,” said Dan Kruse, CEO & Owner of CENTURY 21 Affiliated. “We’re honored to be recognized among the top brokerages in the country, a testament to our agents’ dedication and commitment to excellence.”

 

With 1,400 sales associates and 70+ offices spanning California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, CENTURY 21 Affiliated remains a leading full-service real estate brokerage. Since joining the CENTURY 21® system in 1978, the company has upheld a legacy of innovation and customer-focused service.

 

View the Full 2025 Power Broker Report Here.

 

About CENTURY 21 Affiliated Real Estate LLC

 

CENTURY 21 Affiliated is a member of multiple listings services in California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin with over 1,400 sales professionals and 70+ offices.

CENTURY 21 Affiliated also specializes in worldwide relocation. At CENTURY 21 Affiliated, the customer comes first. The complete commitment to this philosophy is what has made CENTURY 21 Affiliated such a powerful force in the real estate industry. CENTURY 21 Affiliated has been ranked the number one CENTURY 21® franchise in the world for eleven years in a row. Visit C21Affiliated.com to learn more.

 

©2025 CENTURY 21 All Rights Reserved. CENTURY 21® and the CENTURY 21 Logo are registered service marks owned by Century 21 Real Estate LLC. Each office is independently owned and operated.

 

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Real Estate Trends March 18, 2025

Spring Home Inventory Hits Highest Level in Five Years

The spring 2025 housing market is shaping up to be a great time for buyers. Home inventory has risen to the highest level in five years, which puts more pressure on sellers to negotiate. This grants buyers more power and more options to get the home they really want at a fairer price. Here are just a couple promising things that more houses on the market could mean for you as a buyer.

 

1. More Homes on the Market To Choose From

The number of homes for sale in February this year was higher than it’s been in five years, dating back to February 2020. This is the strongest home supply seen since the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s great news for any hopeful homebuyer. The following graph shows new data from Realtor.com illustrating a significant 27.5% increase in home inventory since last year.

 

A blue bar graph comparing February 2025 home inventory to previous years dating back to 2017.

 

While inventory hasn’t returned to pre-2020 levels yet, experts say that inventory is expected to continue rising this year. More houses available means more choices, more options, and more chances to find the house you want. And according to Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, more inventory will bring other welcome changes to the market.

“Buyers will not only have more home options . . . but they are also likely to find somewhat lower asking prices and more time to make decisions – all buyer-friendly factors as we inch closer to the busy homebuying season.”

 

2. Sellers Are More Likely To Accept Price Cuts

When buyers have more options, some homes tend to stay on the market for longer than they otherwise would. This is especially true of homes that are initially priced too high and out of some buyers’ ideal range. When this happens, sellers are forced to drop prices to keep their listing competitive with other houses on the market. And combined with falling mortgage rates, it means a more normalized market and better deals for buyers.

Based on data from Realtor.com, the number of listings with price reductions has increased over the last few years. In fact, price reductions have even risen above the levels seen in 2020, as the graph below illustrates.

 

A blue bar graph comparing February 2025 home listing price cuts to previous years dating back to 2017.

 

Price reductions are a great sign that sellers are more willing to negotiate and compromise today. Compared to the market’s more normal years of 2017–2019, today’s number of price cuts is much closer to what’s typical. For most buyers, this is a welcome relief, and a promising sign of where the market is headed.

For you, this could mean fewer compromises and a better chance to negotiate on price, closing costs, or even repairs. Not every seller is willing to adjust their price, but a higher home inventory means many more will. Either way, healthier inventory levels mean you have more leverage in the market than buyers have had in years.

 

Conclusion

If you’ve been watching the market and waiting for the right moment to buy, this spring could be the perfect time. Home supply is up, mortgage rates are down, and more sellers are cutting prices to attract eager buyers. Best of all, these trends are expected to continue into the spring, making for a stronger, healthier market for everyone.

For help navigating your unique local housing market, consider connecting with an expert real estate agent. They can talk to you about what’s happening in your area and get you started on your home search. Reach out today and we’ll connect you with a local expert who can find the home you’re looking for.

General Community NewsReal Estate Trends March 14, 2025

What’s Your Real Home Value in the 2025 Market?

If you’ve checked home prices in the past few years, you know too well that they’re always rising. But if you’re a current homeowner, have you considered what this might mean for your own home value? It may be that your home is worth far more than you think in 2025.

While rising prices are expected, the home value increases of the post-Pandemic housing market have been dramatic. And if you’re a seller waiting to list, this could mean a huge payoff when you finally close. If you’re eager to know much your own house could sell for, finding out is easier than you think.

 

The Post-Pandemic Home Value Launch

Home prices typically rise around 2-5% per year, but in 2021-2022 that number rose to double-digit levels. In the spring of 2022, year-over-year percentage growth finally peaked at over 20% nationally. The sheer number of buyers in the market during this time sent home prices soaring as housing supply lagged. And though price growth has settled since then, the home value accrued by homeowners in that time remains.

The lingering effects of that volatile period have caused difficulties for buyers, but they’ve also produced great opportunities for sellers. There’s a good chance your house has gained tremendous value since then, and that means more wealth for you.

The map below references data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to illustrate that home prices have risen by nearly 60% in just the past 5 years alone nationally. The most extreme increases have taken place in states marked with a darker blue, like Maine, New Hampshire, and Florida.

 

A blue map of the United States showing the percent change in home prices over five years by state as of Q4 2024.

 

If worries about today’s rates and prices have stopped you from selling your home, let these numbers reassure you. Your home’s risen value may be exactly what you need to close the affordability gap and purchase your next house.

Even better, if you’ve owned your home for 10 years or more, your value is likely even higher. You can stack the incredible gains of the past five years on top of five years of healthy appreciation too. And an agent can help you figure out what that really looks like.

 

How To Find Out What Your House Is Really Worth

Percentages will help you ballpark an estimate, but you need specific numbers to make real, actionable decisions. To help, you can get a free home valuation estimate from us right now using the tool below. You can even sign up for a full valuation report.

 

Home valuations can be great tools, but only a local real estate agent can give you the best, most accurate look at your house’s real market value. An agent will know the state of your local housing market and the factors driving it. They can provide insights about current housing inventory, pricing of comparable homes, and unique contributors to value like renovations.

By knowing what’s happening where you live, an agent can stack their market knowledge against the unique condition and features of your home and give you an accurate estimate of your home’s current value in your area.

 

Conclusion

Home values have taken off in just the past few years, and that’s great news for current homeowners. Knowing what your house is worth in today’s real estate market will help you plan your next move. A local agent can give you a great idea of how much your home might realistically sell for.

If you’re a homeowner considering a move, get your free home valuation from us at Century 21 Affiliated now. Ready to sell? Reach out now and we’ll connect you with a local expert real estate agent who can get your house sold.

General Community NewsReal Estate Trends March 12, 2025

Mortgage Rates Drop to the Lowest Point in 2025 So Far

If you’ve been holding off on buying a home for a lower mortgage rate, take another look at the market. Mortgage rates are trending downward, and they just hit their lowest point of the year so far.

According to a report from Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have been falling for seven straight weeks. The average weekly rate for a 30-year-fixed mortgage is now at the lowest level its been in 2025.

 

A line graph showing declining 30 year fixed mortgage rates for the year 2025.

 

This may not sound significant on its own, but it outlines a remarkable trend. A drop in rates from over 7% to the mid-6’s can make all the difference when buying a home. What’s most significant is that experts previously predicted that rates wouldn’t fall this low until Q3 of this year.

 

A bar graph comparing current mortgage rates to rates previously predicted in 2025.

 

Why Are Mortgage Rates Dropping?

According to Joel Kan, VP and Deputy Chief Economist at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), ongoing economic uncertainty is a driving force in pushing rates lower:

“Mortgage rates declined last week on souring consumer sentiment regarding the economy and increasing uncertainty over the impact of new tariffs levied on imported goods into the U.S. Those factors resulted in the largest weekly decline in the 30-year fixed rate since November 2024.”

The timing of this rate drop is great for buyers moving into the Spring 2025 market. But remember that mortgage rates can change quickly, and always expect some volatility in markets driven by uncertainty. With that said, this small window of rates dropping into prime buying season might be exactly wait you’ve waited for.

 

What Falling Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Buying Power

Even a small reduction in your mortgage rate can make a huge difference in your monthly housing payment. The chart below shows what a monthly payment (principal and interest) would look like on a $400K home loan if you purchased a house when rates were 7.04% back in mid-January (this year’s mortgage rate high). The right side shows what it could look like if you buy a home now at current rates.

 

A table comparing monthly mortgage payments at two different mortgage rates.

 

In just the past few weeks, the expected payment on a $400K loan has come down by over $100 per month. That’s a significant savings that can make a world of difference when deciding to buy a house.

Recent economic shifts have driven rates down faster than expected, and that’s great news. But remember that this could change at any time in the coming days and months for better or worse. So if you’re waiting for rates to fall further before you buy, think hard about the current window of opportunity before making a decision.

 

Conclusion

Mortgage rates have dipped to their lowest point in 2025 so far. This grants buyers a great position moving into the spring buying season, especially for those who have been waiting. The unpredictability of the market and larger economy mean volatility, so get expert advice and consider before making a decision.

Affiliated UpdatesGeneral Community NewsIn The Media March 3, 2025

Century 21 Affiliated Ranked #1 in the World for the 11th Year in a Row

MADISON, WI, March 3, 2025 – CENTURY 21 Affiliated is once again the #1 CENTURY 21® franchise in the world, marking an unprecedented 11th consecutive year at #1, and locking in the title of the most successful franchise in the history of CENTURY 21®. This milestone reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction in the real estate industry.

“Our agents and staff continue to set the bar higher every year,” said Dan Kruse, CEO & Owner of CENTURY 21 Affiliated. “Being ranked #1 for 11 years straight is no small feat – it’s a testament to our relentless dedication to providing exceptional service and helping our clients achieve their real estate goals.”

Over the past 11 years, CENTURY 21 Affiliated has continued to expand its footprint, delivering outstanding results across the United States. The company’s success is built on a strong foundation of top-tier training, cutting-edge technology, and a culture of collaboration and growth.

“We are incredibly proud of this achievement,” said Jasen Schrock, President & Owner of CENTURY 21 Affiliated. “It speaks volumes about the talent and dedication of our agents and leadership team. Year after year, they prove why we are the best in the business.”

With a mission to deliver extraordinary experiences, CENTURY 21 Affiliated remains committed to client-focused strategies that drive results.

“We don’t take this ranking lightly,” said Sam Bell, President of Brokerage at CENTURY 21 Affiliated. “It fuels us to keep improving, evolving, and delivering at the highest level. Our success is a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire team.”

As CENTURY 21 Affiliated looks ahead, the company remains focused on growth, agent success, and maintaining its industry-leading position. With 11 years at the top, the future is brighter than ever.

 

About CENTURY 21 Affiliated

CENTURY 21 Affiliated is a member of multiple listing services in California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, with over 1,500+ sales professionals and 70+ offices. CENTURY 21 Affiliated also specializes in worldwide relocation. At CENTURY 21 Affiliated, the customer comes first. The complete commitment to this philosophy has made CENTURY 21 Affiliated a powerful force in the real estate industry. CENTURY 21 Affiliated has been ranked the No. 1 CENTURY 21® franchise worldwide for over ten years in a row. Visit C21Affiliated.com to learn more.

 

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