The number of Americans who feel like buying their home was a mistake has plummeted over the last two years.

In 2023, 15% of U.S. homebuyers reported feeling like they overpaid after closing on their home purchase. In 2025, that number is down to just 8%, according to a new report on consumer attitudes from Realtor.com. Recent homebuyers aren’t regretting their purchase as often either – 37% of those surveyed reported zero regrets following a recent home purchase, up from 31% in 2023.

“As the market has shifted from a fast-paced sellers’ market to one that gives buyers more breathing room, we’re seeing buyer regret trend down,” Realtor.com Vice President of Research and Insights Laura Eddy said in the new report. “Today’s buyers are generally more qualified, taking extra time to weigh th

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