Are you wondering if now is the time to buy or sell in Columbus real estate? In this May Market Update, I break down the latest stats and trends shaping the 2025 Columbus market. Inventory is up 36% year over year, days on market are rising, and some properties are seeing significant price drops—but median prices are technically up. Confusing? You’re not alone. I unpack what these conflicting signals mean and share my candid thoughts on whether it’s the right time to buy, sell, or hold.

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, seasoned investor, or someone considering flipping, I lay out actionable advice on how to navigate today’s shifting landscape. From why higher-priced homes are lingering longer to how rising credit card defaults could impact housing demand, this episode helps you make sense of what’s really happening—and what might come next.

[0:00] – Market overview: inventory up 36% but prices also up—what’s going on?

[1:25] – Flipping in today’s market: risks and what to watch for

[2:08] – Shocking example: a luxury home selling for $500k below cost

[2:59] – Three key factors: price trends, market movements, and buyer vs. seller dynamics

[3:19] – How buyers now have time to negotiate better deals

[3:55] – Median price data and why it may be misleading

[4:38] – Higher-end homes are lingering with big price cuts

[6:11] – The lingering impact of Covid on buyer confidence in flips

[6:41] – Deep discounts available for cash buyers—but longer selling times expected

[7:49] – Why the next three months could be the best opportunity for buyers

1. Buyers have leverage again – Rising inventory and longer days on market mean buyers can negotiate better deals and terms.

2. Flippers need caution – Flips are staying on the market longer, and shortcuts taken during Covid still haunt buyer confidence.

3. Credit card debt signals caution – Rising defaults could pressure sellers and create more opportunities for buyers, but also hint at broader economic stress.

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• Stay tuned for an upcoming deep dive on how the new tax bill may impact real estate investors

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