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Was October 28, 2026 a buyer's market in United States?

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YES

Yes — US housing leans toward buyers: more sellers than buyers, slower sales, and rising inventory.

Why
  • Late-October reports count 62% more sellers than buyers nationwide.
  • Homes for sale hit 1.60 million, the highest since November 2019.
  • Mortgage rates near 7.32% keep sales near record lows.

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