Fire Island News & Great South Bay News Headlines Archive for October 18, 2025

’m finding that buyers are approaching the market with more patience and focus this October. While my team is currently working with a surge of buyers, many of them are taking their time to find the right home rather than rushing into an offer. The busiest time for families with children usually occurs at the beginning of the school year, when parents want to get their kids registered and settled. Now, with that behind us and interest rates showing signs of easing, we’re seeing more buyers enter the market – but they remain thoughtful and deliberate in their decisions. On the sellers' side, inventory has been increasing, and that naturally brings some adjustments in expectations. A well-priced property still sells quickly, often with multiple offers, but instead of the 10+ offers we might have seen during peak times, we’re seeing a more manageable handful. Sellers who price their homes competitively continue to achieve strong results, while others are making price adjustments to stay aligned with current conditions.

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Posted on October 18, 2025

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