If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy in Dallas — ding ding ding — this is it. Fall 2025 is bringing buyers the leverage we haven’t seen in years. Let’s cut to it:

Why Fall 2025 Is Your Buying Window

• ⬇️ Inventory is up 53% year-over-year. More options, less bidding war drama.

• 💸 66% of homes are selling below list price. Buyers are back in the driver’s seat.

• 📊 Rates are dropping, hovering around 6.5%. Still not 2020-low, but miles better than last year.

This is what we call a buyer’s market. But don’t sleep on it — once those rates dip a little further, competition will heat back up.

Where to Look: DFW Hot Zones

Here’s where the smart money is headed:

• McKinney – Named top U.S. housing market for 2025. Big growth, bigger returns.

• Frisco, Allen, Denton, Richardson – Strong schools, family-friendly, still appreciating.

• Dallas Proper – Average home values dipped ~4.8%. That’s your opening.

• Luxury spots (Preston Hollow, Highland Park) – Holding strong, but still negotiable.

Tactical Moves to Win This Market

1. Get pre-approved ASAP. Rates shift fast — don’t shop blind.

2. Demand concessions. Repairs, credits, closing costs — get what’s yours.

3. Use time wisely. Homes are sitting longer. Midweek showings = less competition.

4. Don’t overpay for fluff. Fancy upgrades don’t always equal ROI.

5. Vet new builds. Builders are offering perks, but do your homework.

6. Sell before you buy (if you can). Walking in without a contingency? Power move.

7. Inspect like a hawk. No one wants a fixer-upper surprise.

Fall 2025 Buyer’s Timeline

• September: Get pre-approved, pick your agent, map your must-haves.

• October: Tour, offer, negotiate.

• November: Inspection, appraisal, prep for close.

• December: Close, pop champagne, move in.

Watch Outs

• Listings sitting 90+ days

• HOA rules that suck the joy out of homeownership

• Deferred maintenance (think: roof, HVAC, foundation)

• Overbuilt areas with shaky resale value

Bottom Line

Fall 2025 is your chance to buy smarter, not harder in Dallas. But windows like this don’t stay open forever.

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Reach out and let’s make your move.