Focus on timing in the market, NOT timing the market
Focus on Time in the Market, Not Timing the Market For Buyers Should you buy a home now or should you wait ? That’s a big question on many people’s minds today. And while what timing is right for you will depend on a lot of other personal factors , here’s something you may not have considered. If you’re able to buy at today’s rates and prices, it may be better to focus on time in the market, rather than timing the market. The Downside of Trying To Time the Market Trying to time the market isn’t a good strategy because things can change. Here’s an example. For the better part of this year, projections have said mortgage rates will come down. And while experts agree that’s still what’s ahead, shifts in various market and economic factors have pushed back the timing of when that’ll happen. Here’s how that’s impacted homebuyers who’ve been sitting on the sidelines. As U.S. News says: “ Those who put off buying a home during the pas...