What the difference between asking and selling means for your move
The question for buyers is whether asking prices still leave room to negotiate intelligently. In West Hills, CA, the typical asking price last month was $1,199,000 and the typical sale was $1,000,000, so I would treat each home as its own decision, not a broad assumption.
A typical asking price of $1,199,000 against a typical sale of $1,000,000 gives buyers a useful comparison point in West Hills, CA. It tells me the market still rewards careful review and smart pacing.
For buyers, I would focus on the homes where condition and pricing line up cleanly. For sellers, I would pay attention to whether the asking number is helping the home stand out or making it harder to connect.
Stay selective. Watch the homes that feel fairly positioned. Make your decision on the property, not on pressure.
