How many days does the average home buying process take?

ngpf.org 3/10/25

Q:

QUESTION OF THE DAY

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BUYING A HOUSE

BUYING A HOUSE

197 - 257 days

(That’s 6.5 - 8.5 months!)

A:

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Source: Investopedia

FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS

1. Why do you think buying a home takes so long?
2. What challenges could arise as a result of that long process?
3. Reflect on a situation where you had to wait a long time for something you really wanted. How did you manage your expectations and emotions during the waiting period?