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When my buyer started her home search in January, things felt manageable. But before long, we were in the thick of the spring rush—aka the busiest season in real estate.

New listings were flying off the market. Most either sold immediately or came with a strict showing window and an offer deadline. And every single time, she was competing with multiple buyers. It was frustrating—writing strong offers, only to get beat out again and again.

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By Fall, the Market Looked Different

Fast forward to fall, and the landscape shifted. More homes were sitting on the market a little longer. Yes, many of them were still around for a reason—overpriced, outdated, or in rough shape.

But in that mix? A few hidden gems.

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The Win

One of those “overpriced” homes turned out to be a perfect fit. Because other buyers had passed it over, my client didn’t have to fight a bidding war. We wrote an offer with no competition—and it was accepted below asking price.

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“Liz is the best! She made the home buying experience easy for me as a first-time homebuyer, and in a tough market!”- Jenni M.

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The Takeaway

Here’s the truth: success doesn’t always come from chasing the shiny new listings where everyone else is running. Sometimes it’s about being open to the homes with higher days on market—the ones most people overlook.

That’s how my buyer avoided the spring frenzy and landed her dream home in the fall.

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