06/17/2026
🤖 AI Terry vs. 🏡 Real Terry
Topic: Should I Wait Until Fall to Buy a Home?
🤖 AI Terry: Waiting until fall could mean less competition and more negotiating power.
🏡 Real Terry: That may be true, but I've learned that the buyers who succeed aren't necessarily the ones who wait for the perfect market—they're the ones who are prepared when the right home comes along.
Right now, many Grand Strand buyers are asking whether they should wait for rates to change, inventory to increase, or prices to drop further.
The answer? It depends less on the market and more on your readiness.
If you're pre-approved, understand your budget, and know what you're looking for, opportunities can appear in any season. In fact, some sellers are becoming more flexible on price, repairs, and concessions as homes sit longer on the market.
🔑 The best time to buy isn't always when the market is perfect—it's when you're prepared.
🎯 Takeaway:
Don't try to time the market perfectly. Focus on being prepared. A well-prepared buyer can often create their own opportunity regardless of what the market is doing.
Thinking about making a move to the Myrtle Beach area? Let's create a strategy that works for your goals and timeline.
Terry Jacobs
Broker Associate/REALTOR®
"The key to your new home!"
RE/MAX Southern Shores
Certified Full Service Professional™
55places.com Partner Agent
📞 505-345-0324
📧 [email protected]
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