On The Market Housing Market Update: The Crash Bros are Wrong (Again!)
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Oct 9, 2025 The housing market is shifting towards a buyer's market, creating fresh opportunities for investors hungry for better deals. While some markets face supply issues, mortgage delinquencies are rising, leading to concerns about a potential crash. Market corrections are being felt regionally, with notable differences between the Northeast and West Coast. Surprisingly, home inventory is declining as many sellers choose to wait it out. With homeowner equity still high, the outlook remains cautiously optimistic for savvy investors.
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Negotiate Below List Price
- Offer below list price because average sales now settle under asking.
- Negotiate patiently to secure deals not seen since 2021–2022.
Forecasters Diverge On 2025 Prices
- Forecasters disagree: Zillow forecasts -1% for 2025 while Case-Shiller expects modest gains.
- Different models lead to varied short-term predictions; inventory will decide the outcome.
Inventory Is Rising Yet Still Below Pre-Pandemic
- Inventory rose since 2022 but remains ~16% below pre-pandemic levels even as it approaches 1.5M.
- Recent seasonally adjusted data showed inventory fell from July to August, suggesting a possible leveling.
