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Ken M.#2 Creative Real Estate Financing Contributor
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What Does It Mean When Your Market Sees Price Reductions ? Time To Buy ? Sell? Hold?

Ken M.#2 Creative Real Estate Financing Contributor
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Melissa Justice
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Melissa Justice
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Hey @Ken M.

Great question!

When a market sees price reductions, it usually signals a cooling or rebalancing of supply and demand. Here's what that might mean depending on your goals:

For Buyers:
Opportunity!
Price reductions often mean sellers are more motivated. You may be able to negotiate better deals, concessions, or terms. This could be a great time to buy, especially if you're investing for cash flow and not just appreciation.

For Sellers:
Time to be strategic.
You’ll need to price appropriately, make your property stand out, and possibly offer incentives. Overpricing right now can lead to extended days on market. But if your property is in good condition and cash flows well, there’s still a strong investor pool out there.

For Holders:
Hold tight (especially if you're cash flowing).
If you're in a solid equity or cash flow position, this isn't necessarily a time to panic. It’s a chance to evaluate your portfolio, consider improvements, or look for refinancing opportunities.

Markets cycle. The key is to play the long game and adjust your strategy, not your goals. And if you're looking for help navigating investing in today’s shifting landscape, our team at Rent to Retirement helps investors all over the country find cash-flowing properties—even in cooling markets.

Let me know if you'd like any market-specific analysis!

Wishing you much success,

Melissa Justice 

Investment Strategist at Rent to Retirement

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