Inventory Surge Ahead? What the Upcoming $90 Trillion Wealth Transfer Means for Real Estate

In this solo episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady, CEO of Harcourts Auctions, unpacks one of the most important shifts facing our industry today: the largest generational wealth transfer in history. Over the next 10–20 years, an estimated $84–90 trillion will pass from baby boomers to Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z—with more than half of it tied directly to real estate assets.Ben explores what this shift means for agents, homeowners, and investors. From the downsizing and liquidation of inherited homes to the remodeling and repositioning of outdated properties, he breaks down both the risks and opportunities this tidal wave of wealth will create. He also raises the alarm on rising inventory levels, the role of institutional buyers, and why realtors must get smart about partnering with estate planners, fiduciaries, and financial advisors to stay ahead of the curve.If you want to understand how to position yourself for success as trillions in real estate changes hands, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.⏱️ Timestamps & Key Topics[00:00:00] – The $90 trillion wealth transfer explained[00:01:17] – Why boomers hold 70% of U.S. real estate[00:02:36] – Why most heirs sell their parents’ properties[00:03:40] – Impact of generational shifts on inventory levels[00:04:57] – The affordability debate: boomers vs younger buyers[00:05:29] – Opportunities in remodeling and renovations[00:06:14] – Institutional buyers and the risks they bring[00:07:31] – Why younger generations may reinvest in real estate[00:08:23] – The role of realtors in inheritance-related sales[00:09:35] – Strategic partnerships: estate planners, fiduciaries & advisors🔗 Related Resources:For more info on Harcourts Auctions, our non-distressed auction platform, visit: https://www.harcourtsauctions.comConnect with Ben Brady and the Harcourts Auctions team:Facebook: www.facebook.com/BenbradyharcourtsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ben-brady-0b223517Instagram: www.instagram.com/harcourtsauctionsFacebook: www.facebook.com/HarcourtsAuctions👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real estate insights, strategies, and forward-looking conversations that prepare you for where the market is headed.