If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a home, this market is giving you something buyers haven’t seen in a long while: choice.

According to Realtor.com, there are now over one million homes for sale nationwide, marking the seventh straight month inventory has stayed above that milestone. That’s a big shift—and a meaningful one for buyers.

What Rising Inventory Means for You

Over the past few years, buyers were often forced to make fast decisions, compete with multiple offers, and compromise on features just to win a home. Today’s market is different.

With more homes available, buyers now have:

• More options to match their lifestyle, budget, and long-term goals

• More time to tour homes and make thoughtful decisions

• More leverage in negotiations, including price, repairs, or closing terms

• Less pressure to settle for something that doesn’t feel right

Simply put, the balance is shifting. And that’s good news if you’re buying.

Inventory Is Growing — And That’s a Big Deal

The chart above shows how active listings have steadily climbed over the past year, recently surpassing 1,070,000 homes for sale. This sustained growth signals a healthier, more balanced housing market—one where buyers can be selective instead of reactive.

That doesn’t mean every home is a great deal or that prices are falling everywhere. It does mean buyers finally have the breathing room to:

• Compare neighborhoods

• Evaluate home condition and value

• Walk away if something doesn’t make sense

Those are powerful advantages.

Why Local Expertise Matters More Than Ever

While national inventory is up, real estate is still local. Some homes are sitting longer. Others—especially well-priced, well-located properties—are still moving quickly.

That’s where having a local expert on your side makes all the difference.

Knowing:

• Which listings are overpriced

• Where sellers may be open to negotiation

• Which homes are likely to sell fast

…can help you focus on the best opportunities instead of just more options.

Ready to Find “The One”?

With more homes on the market, the right one might already be out there—waiting for you to find it.

If you’d like help identifying the best opportunities in our local market, navigating pricing, or crafting a smart offer strategy, let’s talk. I’d be happy to guide you every step of the way.