According to Compass, November brought the expected mid-winter cooldown to the real estate market—with listing and sales activity dipping as buyers and sellers shifted their focus to year-end celebrations. But don’t let the quieter pace fool you: December often becomes a strategic window for motivated buyers to secure strong opportunities, especially on homes that have spent more time on the market. Well-priced, well-prepared listings continue to shine, proving that quality still sells quickly—even above asking.

Now, attention turns to the New Year. Historically, January ignites a powerful wave of demand that carries into spring, and early 2025 followed this pattern before the “tariff shock” briefly interrupted momentum. This month’s report breaks down all the key indicators through November, while our upcoming January edition will zoom out to provide a longer-term view of evolving market trends.

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Beyond real estate, broader financial signals are shifting too. Early December saw the S&P 500 and Nasdaq bounce back from November’s declines, mortgage rates hit a 14-month low, and consumer confidence show a slight—but still cautious—improvement. All eyes are now on the Federal Reserve as it weighs a potential year-end rate reduction and awaits fresh inflation data.