A buyer's market occurs when the supply of available properties exceeds buyer demand, giving purchasers more negotiating power. In a buyer's market, homes tend to sit on the market longer, prices may soften, and sellers are more likely to accept offers below asking price or agree to conditions such as financing and inspection clauses.
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