Are the Scales Tipping Toward Buyers? Reports Say Maybe

It’s interesting to see how the balance in today’s real estate market may be shifting, with recent reports noting that seller concessions reached 44.7% in August—the highest we’ve seen since 2020. As demand strengthens and those lock-in effects start to ease, buyers are finding a bit more leverage. Delistings have dropped by 12.6% year-over-year, and 15.8% of home sales are now involving both price reductions and concessions. The Sun Belt markets are leading this trend, with Atlanta coming in strong at 72.8%. For those of us in the Phoenix area, these numbers are a reminder that even as the landscape evolves, real estate remains a powerful way to build long-term wealth and financial security. My focus is always on helping you make informed, confident decisions—especially as new opportunities emerge for buyers and investors alike.