We're approaching the late spring season, which means we'll soon notice signs of a mellowing market as we approach the Memorial Day Holiday. Reach out to us with your questions about buying, selling, or investing in 2026. We're here to help. 

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Expectations for buyers this May

Buyers will continue to see a large number of properties entering the market. But the pace of the market will begin to slow as we approach the summer season. Showings and competing offers will remain high, but begin to gradually moderate as the Memorial Day Holiday nears. Some properties will begin to sit on the market a little longer, making this an excellent time for buyers to stay actively engaged with their search. 

Expectations for sellers

Sellers will experience a mellowing market as the Memorial Day Holiday nears, when buyer showings, competing offers, and bidding wars being to subside from peak levels. Many properties will go under contract in May, but buyers will begin to gain some leverage. May is an excellent time for sellers to take stock of their listing and ensure their pricing, staging, and marketing are on the mark. 

Here are a few seasonal patterns from our historical data: 

Many new listings will enter the market in May. 

Buyer showings will remain strong, but begin to slow as we approach the Memorial Day Holiday.   

Many properties will go under contract in May. 

Competing offers will begin to moderate.