When to buy? / Washington, DC

Cuts to the federal workforce and funding cuts across entities that are supported by federal funds are hitting folks hard, so much so that I’m hearing rumors of a DC recession.

Those who have been laid off or accepted buyouts are choosing to sell their properties out of necessity or convenience as they make do or move away - to the point that I think opportunities are popping up for those of us that have been priced out of the market.

What resources are out there to best gauge the right time to hop in? What data references do the more professional folks refer to when attempting to time the bottom of the market? I’d love a list of 5-10 best practice sources to explore.

Thanks!