You’ve likely heard this before:
“The best time to buy a home was yesterday. The second best time is today.”

And while that sounds like a cliché, it holds a lot of truth—especially in today’s market. Homeownership isn’t about perfectly timing the market, it’s about time in the market. The longer you wait, the more you may end up paying.

Home Prices Are Projected To Keep Rising

Over 100 leading housing experts contribute to the Home Price Expectations Survey every quarter—and they all agree:
Home values will keep rising through at least 2029.

Even though we’re past the rapid price spikes of 2021–2022, a steady growth of 3–4% per year is expected—a healthy, sustainable pace. And here in Los Angeles County, especially in hot zones like Glendale, Pasadena, and Burbank, local demand will likely keep prices trending upward.

Waiting Could Cost You—Literally

You might be thinking about waiting for mortgage rates to drop or for prices to cool off. But here’s what buyers often overlook:

• Next year’s home will cost more.

• Even a small drop in interest rates might not outweigh rising prices.

• You’ll miss out on building equity sooner.

Just look at what buying today could mean for your future wealth:

If you purchased a $400,000 home in 2025, projections show it could grow to nearly $480,000 by 2030. That’s $79,000 in equity—and that doesn’t even account for mortgage paydown or additional appreciation in hot markets like Glendale or La Crescenta.

Should You Buy Now?

Ask yourself this instead:
“Can I buy now, or am I just waiting for perfect conditions?”

If you’re financially ready—or close—you might consider:

• Looking at starter homes in more affordable LA neighborhoods

• Exploring first-time buyer programs in California

• Talking to your lender about creative mortgage options

You don’t need to wait for perfect—just make a move that works for your life right now.

Bottom Line: Time in the Market Wins

Trying to time the market perfectly? That rarely works. But getting in now—before prices go up again—can help you build long-term wealth and gain peace of mind.

If you’re curious about how this applies in Glendale, Burbank, or anywhere in Los Angeles County, I’m here to help you plan with confidence.