09/07/2026
US Office Crisis Spurs New Strategies
Weāre seeing a subtle shift in the housing landscape right now: new listings across the US have ticked up by 0.4%, with total homes for sale up 0.5%. Both numbers are now at their highest levels since late Q1 and mid Q2. At the same time, pending home sales have dipped by 1.1%, marking a six-month low, as buyers face median prices over $400,000 nationwide.
Financing costs are still hovering in the mid-6% rangeājust below recent peaksāwhich means many buyers are pausing to watch economic conditions or hoping for a drop in rates. As inventory builds and demand softens, those actively looking may find new room to negotiate, whether itās price adjustments, concessions, rate buydowns, or repairs on homes that have lingered on the market.
As someone whoās guided many through both calm and shifting markets here in Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Monument, I know firsthand the value of timing and strategy. An economist recently noted that buyers have a window now, before activity may pick up again in late Q3, while sellers benefit most when they price right from the start. In this market, clear communication and a thoughtful approach make all the differenceāwhether youāre making a move or simply weighing your options.
