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A Quick Update on the Market Worth Knowing
I just came across some useful mortgage data and I wanted to share it with you.
In 2022, fewer than 1 in 10 homeowners had rates above 5%.
Today, it's more than 1 in 3.
When more owners aren't locked into low rates, more homes come to market.
That's usually the point where timing starts to matter more.
Want me to run the numbers on your home so you can see what acting earlier vs. later looks like? Send me and email and let's see what your numbers show us.
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Theater Companies Shaping St. Louis' Performing Arts Scene
Influential national magazine Forbes has declared the Grand Center neighborhood, conveniently close to St. Louis homes for sale, to be "
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What Sellers Need to Know Right Now
Just saw this headline from Redfin:
Homebuyers Are Canceling Deals at the Highest Rate on Record
Before we spiral, let's slowww down and step back.
Redfin's economists point to two forces at play:
1. Housing is still expensive.
2. There's simply more to choose from - about 10% more homes for sale than this time last year.
When buyers have options, they're more willing to walk away if a home feels overpriced, needs work, or doesn't quite match what they want.
This isn't the market for "Let's list high and see what happens."
It's the market for knowing the buyers.
You can still get the price you want. You just need the right market intelligence and pri...
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This Type of Home Will *Always* Be in Demand
Google searches for "homes for sale" are up 10% - the highest level in 4 months.
When buyers start looking again, there is one type of home they'll always see as a good investment:
A well-built home in a high-demand location.
Why?
Two words:
resale demand.
A simple floorplan, spaces that can adapt to different needs over time, a usable outdoor space.
A home that doesn't feel like a project from day one.
Buyers want flexibility, solid construction, and a price point that feels attainable.
When a home checks those boxes, it attracts the widest pool of buyers.
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Buyers: Know When to Compromise on Your Wish List
House hunting is thrilling, but it can also be daunting when dreams meet reality. Browse our St. Louis properties for sale with a solid grasp of what's essential and where adaptability can reveal opportunities you might otherwise overlook.
The Distinction Between Necessities and Preferences
Before you start looking at houses, take some time to figure out what you need versus what you'd like to have. Your needs connect to how you live, what you do, and what'll work for you in the long run. Wants are often about looks or making things easier.
Things that count as needs are: