One Rental At A Time What's REALLY Going On with Housing Market Right Now
Oct 18, 2025
In this discussion, Beth Traverso, a seasoned Seattle real estate agent, dives deep into the current housing market dynamics. She shares insights on the recent rise in sales and the limited competition among buyers. Beth discusses the implications of canceled listings and how strategic timing, especially during the holiday season, can yield better deals. With inventory high yet decreasing, she highlights the opportunities for buyers to secure concessions and negotiate favorable terms. Overall, her data-driven perspective sheds light on navigating today's market.
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September Uptick Was Modest Not Miraculous
- September showed a modest rebound with activity increasing from August but not a dramatic 'second spring'.
- The market is improving month-to-month but remains far from the seller-dominant conditions of past years.
Negotiate For Credits And Price Concessions
- Expect offers to come in under list price and prepare to negotiate aggressively as a buyer.
- Ask for seller credits and concessions; many sellers now accept such terms to close deals.
Sellers Are Beginning To Negotiate
- Sellers are starting to accept negotiated outcomes rather than insisting on list price.
- That behavioral shift drove September's pickup in transactions and is healing market balance.