Scenery explains why buyers come to Wilmington. It does not explain who holds leverage once they arrive. Three numbers do: how fast homes sell, how close they sell to asking price, and how many offers each home draws. In a hot market, sellers set the terms. Buyers waive contingencies and pay what it takes. In a cold market, buyers set them. Wilmington is neither. Here, the sale price is mostly fixed, while inspections, repairs, and closing dates remain negotiable. What Wilmington’s Numbers Actually Say About Leverage Homes in Wilmington sell in about 55 days, with a sale-to-list ratio of 97.7%.…
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