

Autumn Market Opens With the Best Buying Opportunities in Six Years
Oct 20, 2025
A recent housing market update reveals the largest September discounts in six years, with homes selling 1.4% below their list prices. As buyer competition dwindles, properties are taking longer to sell, hitting a six-year low in speed. The podcast highlights discrepancies in seller pricing expectations versus buyer willingness, leading to tough choices for sellers. Regional markets are mixed, with opportunities emerging in states like Florida and Texas for savvy investors. Tune in for insights on how these trends shape the current real estate landscape!
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Autumn Brings Largest September Discounts Since 2019
- Redfin shows the typical September sale landed 1.4% below final list price, the steepest September discount since 2019.
- Homes took a median 50 days to sell and only 25.3% sold above asking, signaling buyers have more control.
Demand Is Cooling While Some Sellers Withdraw Listings
- Pending sales fell 1% from August and 2.4% year-over-year, showing cooling forward demand.
- Active listings also dropped slightly, indicating some sellers are pulling listings instead of lowering price.
Price Competitively Or Face Pulling Your Listing
- Sellers who price above market risk poor showings and must either cut price or pull the listing.
- Investors should watch for motivated sellers willing to accept lower offers instead of waiting.