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Should You Buy or Wait 6 Months for Rates to Drop?

Joaquin Gutierrez, April 14, 2025April 14, 2025
Buy Now or Wait? South Florida Real Estate Insights

Should You Buy Now or Wait 6 Months?

As South Florida’s real estate market continues to grow, buyers often face a tough question: should I buy now, or wait for rates to drop?

Current Market Snapshot

  • Home Price (Now): $500,000
  • Interest Rate: 6.75%
  • Loan Type: FHA, 3.5% down payment
  • Projected Price in 6 Months: $520,000 (4% increase)
  • Projected Rate in 6 Months: 6.25%

Monthly Payment Comparison

Buy Now: $3,129.49/month
Wait 6 Months: $3,089.67/month

Monthly Savings: $39.82
6-Month Total Savings: $238.92

What Does It Really Cost to Wait?

While you might save a few dollars each month by waiting for rates to dip, the projected price increase means you’ll pay an extra $20,000 for the same property later. That higher price affects your long-term equity and affordability.

Equity Advantage

Buying now secures a lower purchase price and gives you a head start on building equity in a rising market. If values continue to climb, your position as a homeowner will only strengthen.

Let’s Run the Numbers for Your Scenario

¿Comprar ahora o esperar 6 meses?

Mientras el mercado inmobiliario del sur de Florida continúa creciendo, muchos compradores se enfrentan a una gran pregunta: ¿compro ahora o espero a que bajen las tasas?

Panorama actual del mercado

  • Precio actual de la vivienda: $500,000
  • Tasa de interés: 6.75%
  • Tipo de préstamo: FHA con 3.5% de pago inicial
  • Precio proyectado en 6 meses: $520,000 (incremento del 4%)
  • Tasa proyectada en 6 meses: 6.25%

Comparación de pagos mensuales

Comprar ahora: $3,129.49/mes
Esperar 6 meses: $3,089.67/mes

Ahorro mensual: $39.82
Ahorro total en 6 meses: $238.92

¿Cuál es el costo real de esperar?

Aunque podrías ahorrar unos pocos dólares al mes esperando una baja en la tasa, el aumento proyectado en el precio significa que pagarás $20,000 más por la misma propiedad. Ese precio más alto afecta tu patrimonio y capacidad de compra a largo plazo.

Ventaja de comprar ahora

Comprar hoy asegura un precio más bajo y te permite empezar a construir patrimonio en un mercado que sigue subiendo. Si los valores continúan creciendo, tu posición como propietario se fortalecerá.

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