I'm Going to Wait to Buy a Home!

Everyone knows someone saying, "I'm going to wait to buy a home." But is waiting really the smartest financial move? In this episode of Get Real with Eddie, Eddie Ruettiger and Nancy Vallee with EXIT Real Estate Specialists break down one of the biggest myths in real estate. They discuss why home prices and mortgage rates don't always move together, how to evaluate homes that need repairs, why lifestyle should be part of every buying decision, and why running the numbers is the only way to know what's right for you. If you're thinking about buying, selling, or investing in real estate, this episode will help you look beyond the headlines and make informed decisions. Be sure to subscribe for more practical real estate advice, local market insights, and honest conversations designed to help you make smarter real estate decisions. Hashtags: #GetRealWithEddie #EddieRuettiger #NancyVallee #EXITRealEstateSpecialists #HomeBuying #HousingMarket #MortgageRates #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #RealEstatePodcast #IllinoisRealEstate #JolietRealEstate #PlainfieldRealEstate #HomeValues #RealEstateAdvice #BuyAHome Chapters: 00:00 WE ARE BACK! 00:35 Radio Show Did Well for Us, But... 02:35 I'm Going to Wait to Buy a Home! 09:15 Do They Both Go Up at the Same Rate? 10:14 If It Needs $50,000 of Work, You Need More Than $50,000 Off 15:07 Lifestyle Is Just as Important as the Value 17:49 Run the Numbers!