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Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

Posted by Patrick Kelley on January 29, 2026 in  Baby Boomers  Downsize  Smaller homes
  For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real. According to Realtor.com and the Census, nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every day for the next two years. And the latest data shows as many as 15% of those older Americans are planning to retire in 2026. And another 23% will do the same in 2027. If you’re considering retiring soon too, here’s what you should be thinking about. Why Downsize? Now's the perfect time t... read more
  Who doesn’t love a top 10 list? Well, here are two top 10 lists for the housing market this year. But before you take a look, there’s something you should know. If a move is on your radar for 2026, here’s the most important thing you need to understand upfront: there isn’t one housing market this year – there are many. Experts agree 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most geographically split housing markets in years. Some areas are tilting in favor of sellers, while others ... read more

Best December for Home Sales in 3 Years

Posted by Patrick Kelley on January 27, 2026 in  Buyer demand  Home sales  Spring  Winter market
Home sales picked up coming into 2026. We just had the strongest December for home sales we’ve seen in nearly 3 years. And that matters because December is usually a slower month in real estate. But 5.1% more homes sold in December than in November. It means momentum is building. Buyers are stepping back in. And more homes are selling. They’re not waiting until spring. Maybe you shouldn’t either. If you want to sell now and get ahead of the Spring crowd, let’s connect.  ... read more
  When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking: What’s wrong with it? Why hasn’t anyone bought it yet? Am I missing something? That mindset made sense a few years ago. But in today’s market, you may actually miss out. More Time on Market Isn't Automatically a Concern Anymore A few years ago, homes sold in just a matter of days. Sometimes, hours. Anything that lingered longer than that rais... read more
  If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped their toes into the 5s – something that hasn’t happened in about 3 years. This moment marked a critical threshold. Now, rates are sitting in the low 6% territory. And expert forecasts project they’ll hover near this range throughout the year. Here's why that’s so good for you. Why Curre... read more

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