2026 Economic by Dr. Lisa Sturgevant

Fall through rates are slightly elevated in the CAR market

Contract Fall-Through Rates, Coastal Association and Sussex CAR Sussex

Why did the buyer back out? Bright MLS Area

Home inspection raised too many concerns

53.2%

30%

Buyer changed their mind

23.7%

25%

20%

Seller not willing to provide financial assistance

18.5%

15%

Financing fell through

12.1%

10%

Home did not appraise

4.0%

5%

Issues related to home insurance

0%

2.1%

2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

Source: Bright MLS January 2026 buyer agent survey

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