If you paused your home search over the last few years, you’re definitely not alone — and you haven’t missed your chance. In fact, this may be the best moment we’ve seen in years to step back in. With more homes on the market, price growth slowing, and mortgage rates easing, buyers finally have something they haven’t had in a long time: options.
As Kim Morgan Storey, the Top 1 Real Estate Agent serving Tacoma, Puyallup, Auburn, Sumner, SeaTac, Des Moines, Burien, Normandy Park, Lake Tapps, and Bonney Lake, I am helping buyers navigate this shift every day.
Ready to see what opportunities are available for you right now?
Call Kim at 206-225-8325 for a free buyer consultation. Let’s get you back in the game.
Affordability Is Starting To Improve
Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at Bright MLS, explains the shift:
“Slower price growth coupled with a slight drop in mortgage rates will improve affordability and create a window for some buyers to get into the market.”
Mortgage rates have come down from their recent highs, and home prices in many neighborhoods are no longer accelerating at the pace we saw during the pandemic. That combination is finally giving buyers some breathing room.
Curious how these changes affect your buying power in cities like Auburn or Sumner? Call Kim for a market analysis. I can show you exactly how far your budget will go in today's market.
More Homes on the Market Means More Choice
A major reason buyers are gaining leverage is the increase in housing supply. According to Realtor.com, the number of homes for sale is up 17% compared to this time last year.
That means:
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More homes to compare.
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Less competition.
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A better chance of finding the right home instead of the only home.
Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at NAR, notes:
“Homebuyers are in the best position in more than five years to find the right home and negotiate for a better price.”
Inventory has increased across the country — especially in the West, which includes the Puget Sound region. That’s great news for buyers in Tacoma, Puyallup, Auburn, Sumner, SeaTac, Des Moines, Burien, Normandy Park, Lake Tapps, and Bonney Lake.
More listings = more selection = more negotiating room.
Don't navigate these options alone. Call Kim at 206-225-8325. I know where the best inventory is hiding and how to negotiate the best terms for you.
Even If You’re Not Ready to Buy Today, Now Is the Time to Plan
Markets don’t shift like this very often. Even if you’re not ready to buy tomorrow, this is the time to get prepared, especially if you want to take advantage of today’s momentum before more buyers re-enter the market.
Working with a local expert early helps you:
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Understand what you can comfortably afford.
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Learn which neighborhoods fit your goals and lifestyle.
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Get pre-approved so you’re competitive when that perfect home hits.
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Avoid overwhelm when the time comes to make a move.
Do you need to sell your current home to make your next move? Call Kim for a unique marketing plan for getting your home sold. I can help you time your sale perfectly to align with your new purchase.
Why Clients Trust Kim Morgan Storey
Looking for the #1 real estate agent to work with? This is what my clients are saying about our work together:
“Kim Morgan Storey is an exceptional realtor — in both expertise and customer care. We can say that with confidence, based on years of experience buying and selling multiple properties in Texas, New York, and now Washington... Kim knows the area and real estate. An excellent communicator, she listens carefully to her clients’ needs and vision... Buying long distance? Kim made it easy. Best of all, once the contract stage was reached, Kim carefully and precisely guided us through the process...” — Martina Stein
The Bottom Line
If you stepped back because the market felt too competitive, too expensive, or too fast, things are different now. This is a strategic time to revisit your search with fresh eyes, better conditions, and more control.
Let’s connect and talk about your goals — whether you're buying in Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, Bonney Lake, Auburn, Lake Tapps, Sumner, Puyallup, Tacoma, or surrounding communities. My approach is hands-on, strategic, and personal — ensuring you feel supported, informed, and empowered every step of the way.
Call Kim Morgan Storey today at 206-225-8325. Let’s find your home.
