The Power Shift | Why Buyers Have More Leverage Right Now

Start 2026 with clarity—and leverage. In this video, Chip Collins and Chris Sanders, trusted real estate experts in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SC, break down why the new year is creating real opportunities for buyers in the Lowcountry housing market. Without hype or guesswork, they discuss how shifting inventory, changing interest rates, and smarter timing are reshaping negotiations. If you’re thinking about buying (or even selling) this year, this conversation will help you see the market differently—before the spring rush begins.

In this video, Chip & Chris touch on:
-Why leverage is quietly shifting toward buyers in early 2026
-How rising inventory is creating more choice—and less pressure
-Where buyers may find room for concessions, credits, and flexible terms
-The two critical moments in a transaction where leverage matters most
-Why getting engaged early in the year can change your outcome

Whether you’re relocating, investing, or buying your next home in Hilton Head, Bluffton, or the surrounding Lowcountry, this is a must-watch market update. Subscribe for upcoming market stats, the 2025 recap, and a deeper outlook on what’s ahead in 2026.

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