October saw a noticeable rise in inventory and new listings across major metros a pattern that typically reflects weakening buyer demand. With more homes coming to market and fewer buyers absorbing the supply, conditions may be shifting toward longer selling times and potential pricing corrections. The Houston, TX metro led once again with 53,980 new listings, reflecting a 9.7% YoY increase. Cincinnati, OH followed with 11,524 listings, posting a 9.9% annual rise, the strongest percentage growth among the top metros. The Washington, DC metro recorded 16,556 new listings, up 8.5% YoY, while Detroit, MI reported 18,564 listings, marking an 8.3% increase compared to last year. Tampa, FL rounded out the group with 14,203 new listings, showing a solid 7.0% year-over-year gain as seller activity continued to stabilize across the region.