Should You Sell Your Home in Brantford in 2025?

The Brantford real estate market has been through a lot over the past few years. After the ups and downs of the pandemic, we’re now in a more balanced—but still tricky—market.

If you’re a homeowner here, you might be wondering: Is this a good year to make a move?

What’s Happening Right Now

  • Inventory is high. Buyers have more options than they’ve had in a decade.

  • Demand is uneven. Homes under $600K are moving steadily, while higher-priced homes are facing more competition.

  • Interest rates are slowly shifting. With recent cuts to the Bank of Canada rate, fixed mortgage rates may follow in the months ahead.

What That Means for Sellers

Selling in 2025 doesn’t mean you have to “time the market.” It means you need a smart plan. The homes that stand out as the best value are still selling quickly, sometimes even with multiple offers. The ones that don’t adjust to today’s conditions are sitting on the sidelines.

My Advice

If you’re considering a move this year, focus on three things:

  1. Price positioning — Be the clear best choice in your category.

  2. Presentation — Clean, staged, and move-in ready homes attract attention.

  3. Patience or Plan B — Decide in advance how long you’ll wait for the right buyer before adjusting strategy.

The Bottom Line

The truth is, there’s no “one size fits all” answer to whether you should sell in 2025. It depends on your home, your finances, and your future plans.

If you’re curious about how this market affects your situation, let’s talk. No pressure, just insights to help you make the best decision.

Jeff Thibodeau

Jeff Thibodeau is a business performance coach, industry trainer, and motivational speaker. He has over 15 years experience in the real estate industry and 10 years in the market research industry. Jeff teaches sales skills, how to develop systems and processes for teams and brokerages, as well as mindset and mental toughness.

Jeff is married with has two boys who he spends time with outside of work. When he's not working or spending time with his family, Jeff enjoys rock climbing and hiking.

https://jeffthibodeau.me
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