Despite Recession Fears, Nearly 30% of Home Shoppers Say a Downturn Could Make Them More Likely to Buy a Home

54.4% of surveyed buyers said a recession would have no impact on their decision to purchase a home Inventory shortages and budget constraints are the biggest barriers to entry for buyers Declining concerns about overbidding point to a calmer and less competitive marketAUSTIN, Texas, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As economic anxiety intensifies, a new survey from Realtor.com® reveals that U.S. homebuyers are bracing for a potential recession, but is there a silver lining? While 63.4% of surveyed home shoppe ...