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This Week's Take

Rates pulled back this week after hitting their highest levels since last summer. But the bigger story for WNY buyers isn't the rate move — it's a financing structure that's changing how financed offers compete against cash. This week we break down what's happening in the market and one tool worth knowing before the next offer goes in.

Week of June 1st, 2026 · Troy Pulli

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Market Pulse

Your weekly read on mortgage rates & the Buffalo housing market

Mortgage Rate Signal

4.45

10-Year Treasury Yield

▼0.08% this week

Treasury yields ticked up this week. Mortgage rates may follow with slight upward pressure in the near term.

Rate Pressure · Slightly Lower

Buffalo Housing Snapshot

Median Home Price

~$270,00

Days on Market

~10–12 days

Inventory

~3 mo. supply

Tight Inventory

Multiple Offers

Source: WNY MLS, Redfin, Zillow estimates. Data reflects recent market activity and is updated weekly.

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About Troy

I built this because agents deserve better intel.

I've spent years in the broader finance world closely following markets, rate movement, and how those shifts impact real estate conversations.

Over time, I noticed a consistent gap. Buyers ask questions, agents need context, and the explanation behind what is happening in the market is not always clear.

That is what led me to build the Buffalo Mortgage Market Brief. Each week, I break down what is happening in the bond market, how broader economic trends are evolving, and how those movements are showing up in the housing market across Western New York.

No fluff. No filler. Just clear, general observations on what is happening in the market. This is the clarity most agents have been missing.

Troy Pulli

Mortgage Loan Officer · NMLS #2739716 · Buffalo Mortgage Market Brief

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How Agents Use This

Four real moments where the brief makes a difference.

Before a buyer call — Skim this week's rate update so you can answer the first question before they ask it.

Before a listing appointment — Pull the current inventory and demand context so your pricing conversation is grounded in this week's data.

During a showing — Reference current market conditions when buyers ask how the market is moving right now.

When explaining rates or market conditions — Use the bond yield context from this week's brief to explain rate movement without guessing.

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Use this before buyer calls, listing appointments, or anytime you need a simple way to explain the market.

How do I explain why homes in Buffalo are getting multiple offers right now?

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Inventory across WNY remains tight, especially under $300k. When there are fewer homes available, more buyers compete for each listing — which is what’s driving multiple offer situations.

This isn’t unusual for this type of market. It’s a supply and demand dynamic, not just pricing behavior.

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Trudi serves Niagara County and Northern Erie County, helping both buyers and sellers navigate the real estate process with confidence. She is committed to making each transaction as stress-free as possible through clear communication, education, and keeping clients informed every step of the way. Her focus on setting expectations and providing guidance helps create a smoother experience from start to finish.

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