“There’s So Much Going On in the World Right Now” — Should You Wait to Buy or Sell?

By The Olsen Team

We hear it all the time:

“There’s just so much going on in the world right now — maybe we should wait to buy/sell.”

First of all: You’re not wrong. There is always something going on in the world. Inflation. Elections. Mortgage rates. Earthquakes. Aliens. (Okay, maybe not aliens — yet.)

But here’s the thing: There’s always something going on. If we all waited for the world to “settle down,” we’d still be in our first apartments wondering if shag carpet will ever make a comeback.

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The Myth of the “Perfect Time”

Waiting for perfect is a recipe for real estate paralysis. While you're waiting for global peace, ideal interest rates, and Jupiter to be in retro-not-grade, you could be building equity, upgrading your lifestyle, or finally getting that second bathroom you’ve been dreaming about since 2020.

Perfect is a myth. Real estate success is about being prepared, not perfect.

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Let’s Break It Down: Buyer's Edition

If you're thinking about buying, yes — rates may be higher than last year. But prices may also be more negotiable. Less competition could mean you're not bidding against 14 other offers and a cash buyer with a lucky rabbit’s foot.

Bonus? You can refinance later if rates drop. You can't go back in time and buy that house that got away.

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And Sellers — Listen Up

Worried about timing your sale? If you’ve outgrown your home, are relocating, or just want to cash in on your equity — that’s your signal. Yes, the news may be dramatic. But your life doesn’t follow a news cycle. It follows your needs.

Buyers are still out there. Homes are still selling. And a great agent (hi?) can help you price and market your home for today’s market — not yesterday’s headlines.

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But What About Uncertainty?

Here’s a real estate truth bomb: Uncertainty is always part of the deal. Whether it’s the economy, politics, weather, or wild cards like a global pandemic (remember that?), no one can predict what’s next.

The difference is in how you respond, not whether the world gives you permission.

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Here’s What You Can Control:

• Your goals

• Your budget

• Your timeline

• Who you hire to guide you (Spoiler: It's us.)

At The Olsen Team, we focus on you, not the chaos. We can’t control the news, but we can control how prepared you are to buy or sell smart, safely, and successfully — no matter what’s going on out there.

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Let’s Talk Strategy — Not Headlines

If you’re even thinking about buying or selling, let’s chat. No pressure. No doomscrolling. Just real talk, real data, and a game plan that works in the real world — not just the “what ifs.”

Call us at (360) 204-4493 or visit TheOlsenTeam.com

Real estate doesn’t wait for perfect. Neither should you.