Inventory Rises in Key Markets: More Deals for Buyers

Months of supply are creeping up in several major metros. Here is what that means for negotiations.

After years of ultra-tight inventory, several major markets are quietly shifting toward a more balanced environment. Buyers in these metros are starting to see more choices, more negotiation leverage, and in some cases, modest price reductions.

For sellers, the takeaway is clear: pricing discipline matters more than ever. The window for opportunistic pricing is closing in some submarkets.