You may see more homes listed and wonder if it’s a sign of trouble. Here’s the good news: growing inventory is a signal of market normalization, not decline. That presents opportunity for buyers ready to act with intention. At Corken + Company, we help you understand what this shift means—and how to use it to your advantage.
What the Numbers Show
Inventory is up significantly from last year. Nationally, active listings rose over 30 percent in May and are approaching 2019 levels. Month-over-month data confirms the trend: U.S. active listings were over 1 million in May, compared to around 960,000 in April.
That level reflects a shift from extreme scarcity toward a more balanced market, even if it hasn’t fully reached pre-pandemic equilibrium.
Why Rising Inventory Doesn’t Signal a Crash
• Homes aren’t flooding the market—they’re staying listed longer due to higher rates .
• Prices are stable—national prices rose about 1.4 percent in April and are not dropping sharply .
• Market is shifting, not rolling back—inventory growth supports balanced competition, not a pending crash.
What This Means for Buyers
More options to choose from
With more listings available, you can explore varied styles, locations, and price points.
Less competition, more control
The risk of bidding wars is down, even in desirable areas. You can negotiate confidently based on value, not speed.
Better terms from sellers
More competition among sellers means more willingness to negotiate price, closing dates, or concessions that align with your needs.
How Corken + Company Supports You
Targeted search strategies
We track inventory trends in Denver, Boulder, mountain towns, and fast-growing suburbs, matching your priorities to where opportunity is unfolding.
Real-time new listing alerts
Our team delivers fresh listings to your inbox the moment they hit the market, giving you priority access and timing advantage.
Insightful pricing guidance
We compare new listings to recent sales and active competition so your offers land in the right range, confident, strategic, and compelling.
Offer crafting and negotiation
We help structure smart offers—factoring in contingencies, terms, and timing—to minimize risk and maximize value without overbidding.
The Bottom Line
Rising inventory means more authority for buyers, more informed choices, and stronger negotiation platforms. It’s not a warning, it’s an invitation to act. With Corken + Company as your partner, you’ll move deliberately, leverage choice, and align your purchase with your personal and financial goals.
If you’re ready to explore what today’s market offers or want tailored insight for your area, let’s connect.
Reach out at www.corken.co or call 303‑858‑8003
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