A curious trend is emerging in the GTA real estate market: ‘seller fatigue.’ As prices continue a multi-year grind lower, many long-term homeowners are prioritizing a quick exit over maximizing their sale price. John Pasalis, president of Realosophy Realty, notes that sellers with significant equity are increasingly willing to accept lower offers just to ‘move on with their life,’ a shift that savvy buyers are using to uncover deals. While some sellers remain anchored to 2022 peak valuations, others are becoming more resigned to the current market reality. This psychological shift, combined with new risks like the reliance on AI-generated valuations, is reshaping how negotiations unfold. With June new listings down 12.9% year-over-year and months of inventory hovering near four, the market remains in the doldrums. For a deeper look at these shifting seller motivations and the outlook for the remainder of 2026, read the full analysis at The Globe and Mail.
Source: Read the original article
