More Homes on the Market: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

The U.S. housing market is seeing a big jump in inventory. More homes are for sale now than we’ve seen in years, and that shift means different things for buyers and sellers. Here’s what you should know.

For Homebuyers: More Options, More Power

• Realtor.com reports active listings are up nearly 25% year-over-year, with more than 1.1 million homes on the market. 
• Prices are stabilizing. June’s median list price only rose 0.2% year-over-year according to Realtor.com. 
• Buyers now have “more choices and negotiating power,” according to Fortune's Market Watch.
• Affordability is still tough. NAR’s Lawrence Yun says: “Lower mortgage rates are essential to bring home buyers back.”

Bottom line for buyers: More homes, better deals, and room to negotiate—but high rates and affordability challenges remain.

For Home Sellers: Adjust or Miss Out

• Realtor.com says 2025 is the least seller-friendly summer since 2016, with more price cuts and longer days on market.
• Plus, further data shows 20% of listings have price reductions, the highest share in over a decade.
• Many sellers are choosing to withdraw their homes instead of cutting prices. Delistings are up 47% year-over-year according to Business Insider.

Bottom line for sellers: Overpricing won’t work anymore. Flexibility with price—or timing—is key to attracting today’s buyers.

Ready to Move Forward?

Whether you’re a buyer aiming to navigate today’s increased inventory or a seller adapting to slower market conditions, Team Caropreso is here to guide you every step of the way. From targeted pricing strategies to negotiating offers or timing your listing, our expert team tailors plans just for your goals. Contact Team Caropreso today—let’s turn market opportunity into your success.