Housing inventory is up 28.9% year-over-year — nearing post-pandemic highs — but does this mean buyers finally have leverage? In this week’s episode, Andy, Brian, and Will break down the real story behind the numbers, the psychology of sellers, and what today’s market means for buyers, sellers, and investors.

We cover:
🏠 Why prices aren’t falling despite a surge in inventory
⚖️ Buyer leverage: fact or fiction in summer 2025?
📉 How emotional pricing from sellers is impacting negotiations
📊 The role of appraisals, credits, and concessions in this market
🌍 California housing crunch: 20% of homes now investor-owned (80% in some counties!)
💡 Why VA buyers and first-time buyers need to act before investor share grows
🔑 How to compete with investors using creative financing & “Fix and Keep” strategies

Whether you’re buying, selling, or holding, this episode will give you the clarity and strategies you need to navigate an evolving housing market.

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