Buying a home hasn’t exactly felt “easy” the last few years.The past few years have seen intense competition, high prices, and “better luck next time” bidding wars. But now, things are shifting. While we’re not in a full-blown buyer’s market just…

Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025?As we head into the second half of the year, a lot of buyers and sellers are asking the same thing: What’s next for the housing market?While no forecast is guaranteed, economists from Fannie Mae, Zillow, NAR, MBA, and…

Mortgage rates are still high. Prices keep climbing. And the Fed isn’t exactly handing out discounts. If you're feeling hesitant about buying a home right now, you're not alone.But according to Barbara Corcoran, the real estate mogul who turned $1,000 into a…

  Welcome to the Monthly Market Shakedown for May 2025 — your straight-shooting breakdown of what's happening in the national and Jacksonville real estate markets. Whether you're buying, selling, or just keeping tabs, this month’s data brings key updates and…

A shrinking economy. Rising mortgage rates. Flatlining prices.If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in 2025, it’s no wonder you’re feeling hesitant. For many buyers, the instinct right now is to wait it out. To see what happens before making a big move.And the…

Spoiler alert: Housing affordability isn’t as simple as the headlines make it sound.Depending on who you ask, the real issue isn’t just home prices, or even the number of homes on the market. It’s about access. It’s about opportunity. And most of all, it’s about…

Thinking about putting down roots in Jacksonville but feeling lost in today’s real estate landscape? You’re not alone. In this post, we’re diving into the local and national housing market, unpacking buyer-friendly strategies, busting VA loan myths, and giving both…

Every time the word "recession" starts popping up in headlines, it brings a wave of uncertainty—especially for anyone thinking about buying or selling a home.You might be wondering:Are home prices going to crash?Will mortgage rates skyrocket?Should I wait to make a…

You’ve probably heard the headlines: mortgage rates are still high, and the market is tough. But here’s what most of those headlines miss: subtle signs of life in the housing market.Mortgage purchase applications are up year over year, and even though rates are still…

If someone told you that selling your home off-market could cost you thousands—would you still do it?That’s exactly what happened to home sellers across the country who chose to sell outside the MLS (Multiple Listing Service)—the main database where real estate agents…

The spring housing market is here, and if you’re thinking about buying or selling, you’ve probably heard plenty of predictions, opinions, and advice. Some of it is useful. Some of it, not so much. So, what’s the real story? Realtor.com’s Chief Economist, Danielle…

  Jacksonville is undergoing a major transformation with the redevelopment of the Jacksonville Shipyards and the introduction of the Four Seasons Hotel. But what does this mean for property owners and potential buyers in Northeast Florida? Let’s explore how these…