Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing.

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on August 1, 2026. Posted in Buying Tips, Destin FL Mortgage, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again. And depending on whether you’re buying or selling, that shift means something different for you.The Numbers May Be Starting To TurnFor the past couple of years, home price growth has been moderating – cooling from around 7% in mid-2024, according to Redfin (see graph below). But look at the right side of that graph. The pace of that growth appears to have hit its low point and started to turn.While a couple months of data...

Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on July 28, 2026. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, For Sellers, Home Prices, Luxury / Vacation, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

If you own a luxury house, you’re in a stronger spot than most sellers right now. While much of the market has cooled, the high-end tier hasn’t. Sale prices and buyer demand are both up. So if you’re considering selling, now could be a great time to make your move.Luxury Is Leading on PriceLet’s start with prices. But before we get into it – what actually counts as a luxury home? Generally, these are homes in the top 5% price range for the area, so it varies depending on where you live.But what’s interesting is that according to the latest data from Redfin, sale prices for...

The House That Started It All Could Kickstart What’s Next

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on July 24, 2026. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Equity, For Sellers, Inventory, Mortgage Destin FL, Move-Up, Selling Tips.

Remember how exciting it was to buy your first place? It felt like crossing a long-awaited finish line. It gave you a place to build your life. Maybe it’s where you lived when you got married. Or where you welcomed a child or a pet into the family.But that was just the beginning.For most people, your first house was never meant to be your forever home. It’s a stepping stone for what comes next.And if your life looks different today than it did when you got the keys, you’re not stuck. Moving may be more realistic than you think.Starter Home Inventory Is Still Relatively LowIf you’ve...

Think Nobody’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on July 16, 2026. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, For Sellers, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

If you’ve been thinking about selling, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there’s a big difference between a slow market and a stalled one.Yes, mortgage rates are still higher than most people would like. Homes aren’t selling as fast as they were. And every week seems to bring another headline about buyers sitting on the sidelines. But here’s what you haven’t heard.Despite everything going on, buyer demand has been remarkably resilient.In fact, more sellers are getting to put up the “pending sale” sign...

The “Take It or Leave It” Attitude Is Fading from the Market – What That Means for You

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on July 15, 2026. Posted in Buying Tips, Destin FL Mortgage, For Buyers, For Sellers, Mortgage Destin FL, New Construction, Selling Tips.

Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too. That’s why whether you’re buying or selling today, there are two terms you’ll hear a lot: concession and incentive.A concession is something a seller agrees to during negotiations to get a deal done.An incentive is a perk a builder (or a seller) advertises upfront to attract buyers.Let’s run through what you need to know about both and how they could play a role in your move.More Sellers Are Agreeing to ConcessionsAlmost half (46%) of homeowners who sold...

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on June 30, 2026. Posted in Buying Tips, Destin FL Mortgage, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

You’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are.Some areas are still seeing solid price growth. Others have gone flat. A few have actually dipped slightly negative. So, what’s causing all of that variation? It All Comes Down to InventoryHere’s the simple version:When there are more homes for sale, buyers have options.More options, means less competition.Less competition means sellers can’t push prices...

Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s How To Turn It Around.

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on June 25, 2026. Posted in Agent Value, Destin FL Mortgage, Expired/Withdrawn/Canceled, For Sellers, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence. You start second-guessing everything, including the decision to move in the first place. And that raises 2 big questions: Do you try again?Is that even worth it?Here’s the secret to getting a better outcome the second time around.Different Agent. Different Results.Most sellers who re-list and ultimately sell don’t wait for market to magically change. They change their approach. And there’s data to back that up.Research from REDX shows homeowners who put their house back on the...

Is It Still a Seller’s Market? Here’s What the Data Says.

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on June 23, 2026. Posted in Agent Value, Buying Tips, Destin FL Mortgage, For Buyers, For Sellers, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house? In many markets, those days are behind us.While it’s going to vary by area, more metros are slowly shifting to favor buyers, and the market is starting to look a lot more like a two-way street again.And that balance is something we haven’t had in a while.Whether you’re buying or selling, here’s what you need to know about what’s changing and what it means for your move.The Most Buyer-Friendly Market in YearsThe...

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on May 7, 2026. Posted in Agent Value, Destin FL Mortgage, For Sellers, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast. But the thing is, nationally, it’s taking a little longer to sell lately. And that slowdown can feel frustrating if you want a fast process. Here’s what you need to realize.In every market right now, there’s one clear exception:Well-priced, well-presented homes are still selling, and it’s often faster than you’d expect.If you can tap into that, you can still set yourself up to move quickly, too. Here’s how to get it done.How Long It Takes To Sell TodayAccording to Realtor.com, homes are selling...

Is Late May the Best Time To List Your House?

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on May 7, 2026. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, For Sellers, Home Prices, Mortgage Destin FL, Selling Tips.

You may have heard April 12-18 was the “best week” to list your house. That’s based on a report from Realtor.com. But now that it’s passed, you may be wondering if you missed your moment.Here’s the good news – you didn’t. Because the reality is, there isn’t just one perfect week to sell your house this Spring. There’s a window. And right now, you’re still in it.Your Window To Sell Is Still Wide OpenHere’s why. Different organizations run studies like this every year. And they don’t always land on the exact same week. That’s okay. It’s because they’re using different research...

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