Newsweek

As we progress through 2025, mortgage rates and inflation have many questioning the stability of the U.S. housing market. Current analyses suggest a modest growth trajectory, alleviating fears of an impending crash.

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reported a 4.6 percent decline in pending home sales in January. This decline suggests that fewer buyers are committing to purchasing homes.

Current expert analyses suggest that a housing market crash in 2025 is unlikely. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun told Newsweek, "A sharp rise in mortgage rates to around 9 percent, combined with significant net job losses, could put severe pressure on the housing market. However, both scenarios are unlikely, making a market crash unlikely."

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