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BUYING EQUITY Newsletter
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWeek Ending January 11, 2026 | Philadelphia Metropolitan Area
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityDiscover the Hidden Costs of a Stuck West Philly Duplex Conversion and Why Reverting to Single-Family is the Only Path to Profit
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityA side-by-side comparison of BrightMLS data and distressed inventory reveals a sharp divergence in pricing, patience, and risk.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityDistressed supply rose 22% in December, carrying momentum—and pricing pressure—directly into the new year.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityHow condition, quiet economics, and buyer psychology keep this unit stuck between livable and desirable
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityHow condition, repair costs, and pricing reality have left this listing behind.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWeekly inventory dips slightly (-2%), but monthly data reveals an 11% rise in distressed supply—signaling structural shifts for 2026.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityPhiladelphia’s distressed sector is accelerating. A sharp rise to 693 total listings signals a heavy influx of lender-controlled inventory heading into 2026.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWhile seasonal trends usually point to a holiday slowdown, Philadelphia’s distressed market is accelerating, signaling a critical window for value-focused buyers and a wake-up call for sellers.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWith a 14% weekly jump in inventory and REOs making up 65% of the market, the year-end liquidation is in full swing.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWhile the holiday season usually signals a slowdown, Philly's distressed market is accelerating—driven by a massive influx of bank-owned inventory and a widening gap between list prices and reality.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWhile weekly activity stabilizes, a massive 52% month-over-month increase in distressed listings reveals a rapidly expanding pipeline of opportunity for Philadelphia investors.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityAs REOs flood the market and active listing times stretch to 113 days, a widening gap between seller expectations and buyer reality is creating a unique window of opportunity.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWhile distressed inventory has jumped over 50% since October, sales velocity remains sluggish—creating a critical bottleneck that savvy investors can exploit.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityA 16% weekly spike in distressed listings signals a major shift—here is how buyers can seize the moment and sellers can avoid getting stuck.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityInventory is up 9% this week, outpacing sales and creating a growing backlog of opportunity for disciplined buyers.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWith 258 distressed listings and a growing backlog of "stalled" inventory, buyers are gaining critical leverage while sellers face the reality of longer timelines.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWhile total distressed inventory shows a modest 3% weekly rise, a 7% month-over-month increase signals a steady accumulation of unsold properties—creating a distinct leverage point for patient buyers.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWith a 19% weekly jump in listings and active inventory sitting for over 6 months, buyers are gaining leverage while sellers face a crowded exit—here is the strategic breakdown.
- by Ron M Williams – Buying EquityWhile weekly inventory contracted by 13%, a massive 59% month-over-month surge confirms that Philadelphia’s distressed pipeline is expanding rapidly.