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Surge in Sellers Creates Strongest Buyer’s Market in Decade

1/25/2026

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In December, 47% more sellers than buyers nationwide created a stronger buyer's market.
The gap is the largest in a decade, with the Sun Belt and Austin, Texas, showing the biggest disparities at 128% more sellers.
Nassau County, New York, emerged as the strongest seller's market.
Despite a national price drop of 0.6%, 26 of the 50 largest metro areas posted lower prices than last year, potentially affecting household wealth.

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Story summary

In December, 47% more sellers than buyers nationwide created a stronger buyer's market.
The gap is the largest in a decade, with the Sun Belt and Austin, Texas, showing the biggest disparities at 128% more sellers.
Nassau County, New York, emerged as the strongest seller's market.
Despite a national price drop of 0.6%, 26 of the 50 largest metro areas posted lower prices than last year, potentially affecting household wealth.