Amanda Meade Homes

03/11/2026

Hello, spring! 🌷

Very excited for my buyers who secured their new home at asking price and got concessions towards their closing costs.

And for my seller - 32 showings in just 5 days and multiple offers which allowed her to pick an offer with the price and terms that worked best for her.

Two very different wins in the same week, and a reminder that the right strategy makes all the difference in any market.

If a move is on your mind this year, I’d love to help you navigate it!

10/29/2025

If moving at today’s rate scares you, remember, waiting doesn’t always pay off. Once rates dip below 6%, as some experts project they’ll do next year, more buyers (and higher prices) will be back.

So, don’t be afraid of today’s mortgage rates. Because if you’re ready, this might just be your chance to make your move before the market wakes up again.

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.

10/28/2025

There are more homes for sale today than there were even just a year ago, but that doesn’t have to work against you.

When your house is priced right, shows well, and is marketed effectively, it will sell. Let’s connect if you want to know how to make that happen in our market this fall.

A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market.

10/25/2025

It’s easy to believe investors caused today’s housing challenges. But the truth is, the market just needs more homes, and that’s finally starting to happen.

As more options hit the market, buying may feel a little more realistic again.

Let’s connect and talk about what’s happening in our local market.

Scroll through your feed and you’ll see plenty of finger-pointing about why homes cost so much. 

10/25/2025

The real secret to selling? It’s not selling.

Too often people think sales is about pushing harder or pitching faster. But the truth? It’s about people: building trust, solving problems, and creating real connections.

Here are 5 rules I live by in sales (and life):

• Trust first, transactions second.
• Listen more than you talk - your client will tell you exactly what they need.
• Don’t fear rejection - it’s feedback in disguise.
• Lead with value, always.
• Keep learning, keep adapting.

For me, sales isn’t about “closing” - it’s about opening doors to long-term relationships. When trust comes first, results always follow.

10/24/2025

So grateful that this is my career.

Closing out the last month with 4 properties sold.

One pair of new homeowners, and three happy sellers moving on to the next chapters of their lives.

Endless thank yous to my clients, friends and family for their support and trust in me. 🙏🏼

10/22/2025

If your plan is to sell in 2026, it's time to get serious. Taking some time to prep means you’ll hit the market confident, ready, and ahead of other sellers who waited until January to get started.

Want to know which projects are getting the biggest return on their investment in our market? Let’s connect so you can head into next spring with a solid game plan.

You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. 

10/21/2025

If you’ve been waiting to buy or sell because you’re worried about a crash, it’s time to look at the data – not the headlines.

The question isn’t if home prices will rise, it’s by how much.

Let’s connect so you know what’s happening in our local market and what these forecasts mean for your next move.

If you’ve seen headlines or social posts calling for a housing crash, it’s easy to wonder if home values are about to take a hit. But here’s the simple truth.

10/18/2025

Affordability is improving in many markets. And that resets the math on your move.

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, this is your cue to start looking again. Let’s run the local numbers together so you can get a rough estimate of how much more buying power you may have than you did just a few months ago.

If you paused your plans to move because of high rates or prices, it may finally be time to take a second look at your numbers. 

10/15/2025

After a quieter couple of years, 2026 is expected to bring more movement – and more opportunity. With sales projected to rise, mortgage rates trending lower, and price growth slowing down, the stage is set for a healthier, more active market.

So, the big question: will you be one of the movers making 2026 your year?

Let’s connect if you want to get ready.

After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear.

10/14/2025

With builders cutting prices and maybe even helping you score a lower monthly payment, that’s not something to overlook.

If you want to see how active builders are in your target area and what they’re offering, here’s your power move: before you even begin looking, connect with your own agent.

That way, you have someone to help you compare incentives from multiple builders and negotiate on your behalf, making sure you get the best deal possible.

There’s a trend taking hold in real estate right now: more buyers are choosing newly built homes.