10/16/2026
Buyers, you have more leverage right now than you've had in a decade. Most of you don't know it yet.
Inventory just hit its highest level in more than 10 years. Sales slowed to their weakest pace in over a year. That combination doesn't happen often β and when it does, it means sellers are more willing to negotiate than they've been in a long time.
Most buyers are still shopping like it's 2022 β bracing for bidding wars, waiving inspections, offering over asking before anyone even asks them to. That market isn't the one you're in right now.
You can negotiate price. You can ask for repairs. You can take your time on a decision instead of making one in 24 hours out of fear.
The leverage is real. It just won't last forever, and most people won't realize it was there until it's gone.
If you're buying soon, let's use this while it's actually working in your favor.