Is Now The Best Time To Buy Or Sell A Home (You May Be Surprised)?

IS NOW THE BEST TIME TO BUY IR SELL A HOME?Could this fall be your best opportunity to make a move? Even with mortgage rates creating affordability challenges, the fall market can bring some real advantages for buyers: more homes to choose from, less competition, more negotiating room, and prices that have eased from their summer peak.Realtor.com identifies September 27th to October 3rd as the nation’s best week to buy in 2026, but the opportunity doesn’t end there—many markets (like in North Texas) see favorable buyer conditions throughout October. If buying or selling is on your mind, understanding what’s happening in our local market matters more than trying to perfectly time the headlines.I’m Jim Mazziotti, REALTOR® and Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), living and working in the Del Webb at Trinity Falls community in Mckinney, Texas. Let’s talk about whether this fall makes sense for you.