Everyone's been watching mortgage rates. But there's another trend buyers shouldn't overlook... Every fall, the housing market tends to shift. More homes hit the market. Asking prices often soften. And sellers are usually more willing to negotiate. Those seasonal changes happen almost every year – and they can make buying a little easier. Let's talk about whether those same trends are showing up in our local market – and what it means for you. #Homebuying #HousingMarketUpdate Susan Adams - Coldwell Banker West - DRE#01994357

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Do you realize how much pull you have right now as a buyer? There are more sellers than buyers on the market right now. That means a lot of sellers know they’ll have to compromise a bit to get their house sold, which leaves you room to negotiate on price and terms. Of course, exactly how much room you have depends on where you’re looking. But more and more markets are trending in favor of buyers, so let’s chat about what’s going on in our area. Send a DM, and we’ll turn your negotiating power into a set of keys. #HomebuyingTips #HouseHunting Susan Adams - Coldwell Banker West - DRE#01994357

Quick question: what's the one word you'd use to describe this year so far? For a lot of people, it's stressful. And when everything feels shaky, it’s easy to second-guess the move you were ready to make. But the truth is, the housing market is one thing that’s been remarkably stable. Home prices have been relatively steady for about 4 years now. The number of homes for sale is right about where it was last year (up 2%). And mortgage rates have held in the same general 6-7% range since late 2022. A steady market comes with a perk. You can actually plan. What works for your budget today probably won’t look all that different in a few months. You don’t have to wait for things to calm down. The housing market’s already pretty steady. Send me a DM or drop a comment below, and let's compare the market you walked away from to the one that's here now. #HousingMarket #RealEstate Susan Adams - Coldwell Banker West - DRE#01994357

Last week I was excited to receive the #3 Top Producer award for our Chula Vista office for July! 😁 I had the opportunity to help some great clients, and I’m so thankful for everyone who continues to support my business and send referrals my way. I truly appreciate it!⁣ 💛 ⁣ ✨As always, if you or someone you care about is planning to sell or purchase real estate, it would be my pleasure to be of service.✨⁣ ⁣ Susan Adams | Realtor®⁣ Coldwell Banker West⁣ 619-730-8982⁣ www.SusanSellsSD.com⁣ DRE#01994357⁣ #susansellssd #susanadamsrealtor

Worried About a Housing Crash? The Numbers Tell a Calmer Story. The rest of the world may feel unpredictable right now, but the housing market doesn't have to. Prices, inventory, and rates have all found solid ground. If stability is what you've been waiting for, it's already here. Let’s connect if you want to talk through what that means for your move. #HousingMarket #RealEstate Susan Adams - Coldwell Banker West - DRE#01994357

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First. Affordability is definitely a challenge, but that doesn’t mean tapping your 401(k) is your only way in if you want to buy. If you're considering using your 401(k) savings for a down payment, weigh all your options and talk with a trusted financial advisor before you make any decisions. They’ll help you make a plan to fit your goals and your budget. #DownPayment #HomebuyingTips Susan Adams - Coldwell Banker West - DRE#01994357

The latest home price data just made one thing clear. More markets are seeing prices rise. And fewer are seeing them fall. Just one quarter ago, home prices were rising in 71% of markets. Today, it's 80%. That’s a pretty big shift in just 3 months. Now, that doesn't mean prices are climbing everywhere. But it does mean there’s no widespread crash happening. If anything, prices may have turned a corner. Thinking about making a move? Send me a DM, and let's look at what's happening in our market before you decide what to do. And don’t buy into every headline you see about prices falling. The data clearly tells a different story. #HomePrices #NotACrash Susan Adams - Coldwell Banker West - DRE#01994357