Brandon Bates - Realtor

DFW sellers… this is not your 2021 “throw a number out and pray” era.

Buyers in Collin & Denton County are out here acting like HGTV judges — comparing everything, critiquing everything, and absolutely not overpaying.

Prices down ~6%
Homes sitting 70–90+ days
Inventory up

Translation: they’ve got options… and patience.

So no, it’s not “what do I want for my house?”
It’s “what will a buyer actually say yes to without laughing?”

Most buyers today are shopping like this:
👉 “What’s the MAX we can afford?”

But the real question should be:
👉 “What monthly payment still lets us enjoy life?” 👀

Because buying the biggest house possible can quickly turn into:
❌ Payment stress
❌ High taxes
❌ Lifestyle pressure

Smart buyers are thinking strategy first — not ego first.

In this video I break down why buying BELOW your max budget can actually build more long-term wealth and flexibility.

📩 DM me “PLAN” and I’ll send you a realistic breakdown based on today’s market and rates.