🏠 Fewer First-Time Buyers? Good. That Might Be Your Window.

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Let’s just call it like it is—buying a house right now feels tricky.

Rates are higher than they’ve been in a while, prices haven’t crashed like some were hoping, and a lot of folks are sitting on the sidelines just… waiting. And honestly? I get it.

But here’s the wild part: that hesitation? It might be exactly why this is your window to buy.

A recent article from the Wall Street Journal broke down how first-time homebuyers dropped to around 1.1 million in 2024. That’s almost half the usual number. And while that sounds like a problem, it’s actually opening up some really good opportunities, especially right here in Sierra Vista.

So what’s actually going on?

A few things:

  • Builders are dealing. Incentives, rate buydowns, closing cost help, you name it. They’ve got homes to move and fewer buyers to fight over them.

  • Less competition. Bidding wars? Not so much. More negotiating power is back on the table.

  • Rents are still rising. And every time you pay rent, you're making your landlord richer. That money could be building your own equity instead.

  • VA buyers? You’ve got a real edge. No down payment, no PMI, and lenders still want to work with you.

What that means in Sierra Vista

Here in Sierra Vista, we’re in a unique spot. With Fort Huachuca driving a steady flow of military families, plus a mix of new construction and existing homes, this market still has real opportunity, if you know where to look and who to work with.

I’m seeing buyers lock in great deals right now that wouldn’t have been possible a year or two ago. Less competition means more breathing room. And if you’re using a VA loan? Even better. The tools are there, you just need a strategy that fits your situation.

Is it the “perfect” time to buy?

Honestly? Perfect is a myth. It always has been.

But if you're tired of paying someone else’s mortgage and want to start building your own future, this market might actually be more in your favor than you think.

The trick is knowing how to navigate it. That’s where I come in.

Let’s talk through it, no pressure

Even if you’re not quite ready, or just thinking about buying sometime this year, having a plan now will help you move faster when the right place pops up.

📞 Call or text me at 520-481-2909
📧 Email: Joshua.j.mayer87@gmail.com
Or just shoot me a quick DM and we’ll set up a time to chat.

Whether you’re military, a first-time buyer, or just want a no-BS breakdown of your options, I’ve got you.

Let’s find your home base.


Location: Sierra Vista, AZ, USA

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