Brentwood real estate agent (Homes by Krista)

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Oakley, CA?

This is the question almost every buyer asks:

“Should I buy now… or wait?”

Brentwood real estate agent (Homes by Krista)

What’s Happening Right Now

  • Interest rates are higher than historic lows
  • Inventory is fluctuating
  • Buyers have more negotiating power
Brentwood real estate agent (Homes by Krista)

Why Some Buyers Are Moving Now

  • Less competition
  • More options
  • Ability to negotiate
Brentwood real estate agent (Homes by Krista)

Why Some Are Waiting

  • Hoping for lower rates
  • Watching market trends
Brentwood real estate agent (Homes by Krista)

The Reality Most People Miss

If rates drop:
More buyers enter → prices go up

Real Client Story

A buyer waited 12 months hoping for a “better market.”

Result:

  • Prices increased
  • Competition increased
  • They paid more later

Smart Way to Think About It

Don’t ask:

“Is it the perfect time?”

Ask:

“Does this move make sense for my life right now?”

Brentwood real estate agent (Homes by Krista)

Final Answer

For many buyers:
2026 is a window of opportunity — not a waiting game.

The Mashore Group
Krista Mashore & Jaynlin Slone
44 Sycamore Ave, Brentwood, CA 94513
925-325-4663
https://www.TheMashoreGroup.com

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