Market Trends

Market Trends The “Zillow Tax”: Why Homes on Zillow Sold for 1.3% Less When it comes to selling your home, every decision matters—including where and when your property is marketed. For years, many homeowners have assumed that getting their home on Zillow as quickly as possible was the key to attracting buyers and achieving the highest price. However, emerging research is challenging that long-held belief. The report below […]
Market Trends Roseville and Granite Bay Real Estate Market Update: July 2026 Wondering if now is a good time to buy or sell a home in Roseville or Granite Bay? The latest market data shows both communities remain strong, but each offers different opportunities for buyers and sellers. Here’s what you need to know about the July 2026 housing market. Roseville Real Estate Market Remains Competitive Roseville […]
Market Trends What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026 If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you’re not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted. Affordability remained tight. And uncertainty overseas added another layer of pressure nobody saw coming. That’s why so many people are asking the same question: Will the second half of the year be […]
Market Trends Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here’s What the Experts Actually Expect. One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down. Some believe a crash is coming and they’ll get a better deal if they hold off. Others worry they’ll buy now and watch their home’s value fall later. And nobody wants to […]
Market Trends The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now 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 […]
Market Trends Placer County Real Estate Market Update June 2026: Roseville & Granite Bay Housing Trends Placer County Real Estate Market Update: What the Latest Roseville & Granite Bay Housing Trends Tell Us Updated June 2026 If you’re wondering whether the Placer County housing market is shifting, the latest MetroList statistics suggest a more nuanced answer than many headlines would indicate. While inventory has increased across portions of the market, buyers […]
Market Trends Placer County Real Estate Market Update: Is the Roseville & Granite Bay Housing Market Shifting in 2026? Is the Placer County Real Estate Market Shifting? What Roseville & Granite Bay Numbers Reveal If you’re wondering whether the Placer County real estate market is shifting, the short answer is: yes, but differently depending on location and price point. The latest MetroList data for Roseville and Granite Bay real estate shows a market that […]
Buying You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This. Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan. But there are still things you can do to get the best rate possible in today’s market. It starts with having the right information. So, what’s causing the bumps in rates? And what can […]
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Market Trends Locked In Place: Why Millions of Homeowners Can’t Afford to Move For years, America’s housing challenges have been framed as a simple supply-and-demand problem—low inventory, rising interest rates, and affordability constraints. But beneath those familiar headlines lies a deeper, structural issue we unintentionally created. Today, millions of homeowners are wealthier on paper than ever before. They hold record levels of equity and historically low mortgage rates. […]
Buying Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again. Have you felt like the housing market passed you by? The latest blog from Keeping Current Matters reveal that might not be the case. With affordability improving and more homes hitting the market, buyers in Placer County and beyond are finding new opportunities. This article breaks down what these trends mean locally and why now […]
Market Trends Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . . a 30-year fixed rate mortgage […]
Market Trends 2026 Housing Market Outlook After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same. More Homes Will Sell With all of the affordability challenges at […]
Market Trends What Everyone’s Getting Wrong About the Rise in New Home Inventory You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash. And if you lived through the crash back in 2008, seeing new construction is up again may feel a little scary. But here’s what you need to remember: a lot of what you see online is designed to […]
Buying Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to their lowest point so far this year (6.55%). While that may not sound like a […]
Market Trends Ryan Lundquist – A growing number of homes aren’t making it to the finish line August 6, 2025 By Ryan Lundquist 8 Comments Many homes aren’t going to make it to the finish line. That’s the harsh truth that sellers need to hear today as we’re in a market of rising cancellations. A cancellation is when a listing is terminated and no longer available for sale. Is this the worst number of cancellations […]
Market Trends What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing. It’s what you should expect. It’s just that our expectations have been skewed by the intense seller’s market over the past few years. […]
Market Trends The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price. It felt like you could name your price and still have buyers lined up at the door. But today’s housing market is different. Buyers are getting more selective now that inventory has grown. Homes are sitting […]
Market Trends Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate? If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this nagging thought may be holding you back: “why would I give that up?” But when you ask that question, you may be putting your needs on the back burner without […]
Market Trends Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may make you feel a little worried about […]
Market Trends Do You Think the Housing Market’s About To Crash? Read This First Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news, you might have seen some pretty scary headlines yourself. That’s why it’s no surprise that, according to data from Clever Real Estate, 70% of Americans are […]