Market Update

🏡 MONDAY MARKET UPDATE — A LITTLE LATE, BUT WORTH THE CONVERSATION! 🇺🇸

Interest rates, home prices, and buyer confidence continue to dominate the real estate conversation. But here's something I want both buyers and sellers to understand:

The market hasn't stopped. The way we negotiate has changed.

🔑 BUYERS: Higher interest rates are challenging, but fewer competing buyers can mean more choices, less pressure, and opportunities to negotiate. Some sellers may even help cover closing costs or reduce your interest rate through a seller-paid buydown.

🏠 SELLERS: Homes are still selling, but pricing and presentation matter more than ever. Buyers are watching their monthly payments closely, and an overpriced home can quickly lose momentum.

🇺🇸 VA BUYERS: Don't automatically assume you need a down payment. Eligible buyers may still be able to purchase with zero down, and seller contributions may help reduce upfront expenses.

💬 MY TAKE: Don't make your next real estate decision based on headlines alone. Look at the numbers, understand your options, and build a strategy around your goals.

Whether you're buying, selling, or preparing for your next PCS move, I'm here to help you understand the market without the pressure.

Bernell Zorn | Legacy Homes PNW
🇺🇸 Still Serving Those Who Serve.
📞 206-550-9337
🌐 www.legacyhomespnw.com

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