Realestatenews iconRealestatenewsAug 13, 2026

Buyers have more options, negotiating power as demand slumps

Mortgage rates changed little in response to new jobs and inflation data, but sellers are still increasingly outnumbering buyers in a sign of weakening demand.

Buyers have more options, negotiating power as demand slumps

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Mortgage rates changed little in response to new jobs and inflation data, but sellers are still increasingly outnumbering buyers in a sign of weakening demand.

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Mortgage rates changed little in response to new jobs and inflation data, but sellers are still increasingly outnumbering buyers in a sign of weakening demand.

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