At Correa Realty Group, one question keeps coming up: “Is now still a good time to buy?” With rates, headlines, and social media opinions flying around, it’s easy to feel stuck on the sidelines.

In San Antonio, New Braunfels, and the surrounding Hill Country, housing demand is driven by more than just interest rates. We have a strong military presence, steady job growth, and families moving here for more space and a better quality of life. People will always need homes—no matter what the news cycle says.

Buying toward the end of the year can actually give you an advantage. Many buyers take a holiday break, which can mean less competition and more negotiating power. Sellers who list during this season are often motivated by relocation, new construction timelines, or major life changes. That motivation can create opportunities for you on price, closing costs, or repairs.

Instead of trying to predict the market, focus on your life. Are you tired of rent increases? Planning to stay put for at least three to five years? Want to start building equity instead of paying someone else’s mortgage? If so, it may be time to take the next step.

Correa Realty Group is here to walk you through your options, review the numbers, and help you move at a pace that feels right for you—not the headlines.