Shortage of homebuyers forces many sellers to lower prices or walk away as sales slump drags on
- Posted on September 8, 2025
- By Chicago Tribune
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Shortage of homebuyers forces many sellers to lower prices or walk away as sales slump drags on

Skyrocketing housing values and a shortage of homes on the market gave homeowners the upper hand for years when it came time to sell. That’s no longer a given.