How to Find and Buy Off-Market Homes
Off-market homes, not listed on MLS, offer buyers less competition, more negotiation flexibility, and potential better deals. Sellers benefit from privacy, serious buyers, and possible commission savings. Finding these homes involves contacting agents, online searches, or approaching homeowners directly. MLS rules limit off-market listings but allow some privacy options. Despite restrictions, off-market homes remain accessible and can be advantageous for both buyers and sellers.
Existing Home Sales Rise in Mid-Q1
Existing home sales ↑1.7% in February to a 4.09M seasonally adjusted annual rate.
Economists expected a ↓; January was revised to 4.02M, not 3.91M.
Yearly sales ↓1.4%; median price ↑0.3% to $398,000; affordability index ↑ to 117.6.
Inventory ↑2.4% to 1.29M; 3.8 months’ supply; median days on market rose to 47.
First-time buyers were 34%; all-cash 31%; distressed sales 3%, unchanged yearly.
Happy April Fool’s Day
Breaking news! Interest rates at pre-pandemic levels, mortgage rates at all-time low, announces Fed.
It's a dream come true for homebuyers who have been waiting for the perfect time to enter the market!
Dream on… Happy April Fool’s Day!
Is Spring the Golden Window for Home Sellers?
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April 12–18 is the best week to sell a home.
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Sellers may earn $26,000 more than at year’s start.
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Homes sell faster with fewer price cuts during this window.
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Tech and coastal markets should list earlier in March.
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Midwest and Northeast markets align with the mid-April peak.
This Is the BEST Week to Sell a Home in 2026, According to New Data
The best time to sell a home is between April 12 and April 18, when prices are higher, demand is strong, and homes sell faster—about 10 days quicker than average. During this week, median listing prices are around $5,300 above the annual average. Homes in the Northeast and Midwest perform well, while those in the South and West face softer conditions. Buyers may face higher prices and competition then, with better buying conditions expected in mid-October.
Property Alerts: Why You Should Sell Your Vacation Home Before the 2027 Market Shift
Vacation home market dynamics are shifting rapidly due to slowing demand growth, rising supply, tightening regulations, and increasing ownership costs. Short-term rental demand growth is declining, occupancy rates are falling, and regulations are intensifying globally. Insurance, property taxes, and platform fees are rising, squeezing owner profits. The housing market offers a rare selling window in 2026 before a major regulatory and market shift in 2027.
Mortgage Rate Drop Unlocks 5.5M Buyers
U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rates are holding near 6%, down from 6.63% a year earlier, improving borrowing conditions for homebuyers.
Lower rates mean about 5.5 million additional households now qualify for mortgages, significantly expanding the pool of potential homebuyers.
Roughly 1.6 million renters could now transition into first-time homeownership, as improved financing conditions lower borrowing barriers.
Market activity is strengthening, with refinance applications rising 109% and purchase applications up 10% yearly, reflecting renewed buyer interest.
Will Texas Home Sales Jump 10% in 2026?
Texas homes set for 10% sales jump—comeback hotter than expected.
Mortgage rates dropping to 5.8% could unlock millions of sidelined buyers.
Inventory rising 10% means more choices, less bidding chaos, smarter buying.
Balanced market ahead: steady growth, realistic pricing, healthier decisions for all.
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Pricing Your Home
Setting the right asking price is crucial in home selling. Overpricing can cause a property to linger on the market and lower its final sale value. A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) considers recent sales, property features, and market conditions to set an accurate price. Proper pricing attracts competing offers, potentially raising the final sale price. Market type and local trends also influence pricing strategy.