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Home sales are the lowest they’ve been all year even though inventory is at a 7-year high

Home sales are the lowest they’ve been all year even though inventory is at a 7-year high
MarketWatch Thursday 10 September 2026, 14:14 UTC By Aarthi Swaminathan 1 min read
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Home sales sank to the lowest level in 14 months, but the lack of demand pushed up the number of homes for sale up to nearly a 7-year high.

Home sales sank to the lowest level in 14 months, but the lack of demand pushed up the number of homes for sale up to nearly a 7-year high. [Image text:] FOR SALE Reda Monem REALTOR 305-283-2295
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