The Malouf Team

10/15/2026

Home sales may be slower than last year. But that doesn't mean buyers have disappeared.

At the current pace, almost 4 million homes are expected to sell this year. That's about 11,000 each day, 450 an hour, and nearly 8 every minute.

Why? Because even in this market, there are still buyers out there who have a reason to move.

People get new jobs, families grow, people retire, downsize, and move closer to the people they love. And those changes create buyers and sellers in every kind of market.

In fact, the latest report from NAR shows sales actually ticked up slightly in September, even though they're still below last year's pace.

So, don't let a headline convince you no one is buying. You don't need every buyer. You just need the right one – and a strategy that helps your house get their attention.

If you're thinking about selling, let's talk about how to make yours one of the homes that sells.

10/14/2026

Why There are More Homes for Sale Right Now (and What It Means for You)

In many places right now, inventory is growing and homes are taking a bit longer to sell. And that’s information that should shape the strategy you use going in.

Whether you're buying or selling, let's look at how long homes are taking to sell in your neighborhood, so your offer, or your price, fits today's market.

Mortgage rates being back above 7% isn't exactly the news most people wanted. But it’s changing the market in ways that matter whether you’re buying or selling.

10/14/2026

Some people fall asleep to ocean sounds. You compare kitchens in neighborhoods you discovered twelve minutes ago. 😂 No judgment. We already know which tab you still have open.

If you’re already comparing kitchens, neighborhoods, and floor plans at midnight, DM us "𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄" and we’ll help turn the late-night scrolling into a home search that actually makes sense for you.

🌐 www.MaloufTeam.com
☎️ Georgia Office: (770) 525-9055 / (888) 959-9461 Ext 915
☎️ Michigan Office: (248) 487-8771

10/13/2026

These are the messages we save. 🤍

Not because they praise a closing, but because they show what happened before it. The extra question. The honest warning. The patience when the decision felt heavy. The call someone trusted me enough to make on behalf of a friend.

Being recommended to someone you care about is never a small thing to us. It means the experience felt safe enough to share.

To every client who has sent our names into a family group chat, thank you.

If you’re looking for a real estate team you can trust through the questions, decisions, and everything in between, DM us "𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄" and we’ll be here to guide you every step of the way.

🌐 www.MaloufTeam.com
☎️ Georgia Office: (770) 525-9055 / (888) 959-9461 Ext 915
☎️ Michigan Office: (248) 487-8771

10/13/2026

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have?

The low mortgage rate you locked in a few years ago might make moving feel off the table. But your equity could put it back on.Homeowners with a mortgage have an average of $310K in equity right now. That could go toward a bigger down payment, so you borrow less at today's rates. Or, you may be able to buy your next place in cash – without needing a mortgage at all. So, don’t write off a move just yet. Let's find out how much equity you have and what it could do for you.

10/13/2026

These checks do not replace a licensed home inspection. They help you identify questions to bring to your agent and inspector before making a decision.

𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 - Look for stains, bubbling paint, or fresh patches. Ask what caused them and whether the source was repaired.

𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗦 - Open several. Sticking can have simple causes, but repeated trouble deserves a closer look.

𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗧 - Notice cracks, loose tile, soft areas, or staining near water. Ask about past leaks and repairs.

𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗟 - Photograph the label for the inspector. Do not open or touch anything inside the panel.

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪 - Run faucets and flush toilets when permitted. Note weak pressure, slow drains, or active leaks.

𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘 - Look at the direction the yard slopes and check for standing water, erosion, or staining near the foundation.

𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘 - If the attic is safely accessible during the showing, look from the opening for staining, damp insulation, or visible daylight. Do not climb into
unsafe areas.

𝗠𝗔𝗝𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 - Record visible ages and model information for the water heater and other systems. Age alone does not tell you the condition.

𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗦 - Notice significant slope, bounce, or repeated cracks. Leave the diagnosis to the appropriate professional.

A few minutes of careful observation during a showing can help you know what questions to bring to your agent and home inspector. DM us "𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄" and we'll help you look beyond the surface, ask better questions, and approach your home purchase with greater confidence.

🌐 www.MaloufTeam.com
☎️ Georgia Office: (770) 525-9055 / (888) 959-9461 Ext 915
☎️ Michigan Office: (248) 487-8771

10/12/2026

Before listing photos, we recommend one privacy sweep that is separate from cleaning and staging.

Check for:
✅Mail and packages with names or addresses
✅Prescriptions and medical information
✅Open computer screens and paperwork
✅School names, work badges, and family schedules
✅Keys, alarm details, and visible access codes
✅License plates and information caught in mirrors
✅ Photographs spread quickly across listing sites, social media, and saved searches. Take five extra minutes in every room before the camera starts.

Your home deserves a selling process that protects more than just its value. DM us "𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐇" and we'll help you prepare your home thoughtfully, from presentation to privacy, before it goes on the market.

🌐 www.MaloufTeam.com
☎️ Georgia Office: (770) 525-9055 / (888) 959-9461 Ext 915
☎️ Michigan Office: (248) 487-8771

10/12/2026

Why Most People Are Still Glad They Bought a Home

Don’t let today’s uncertainty make you lose sight of what homeownership can do over time. Most homeowners say they’d make the same choice again. And decades of home-price growth help explain why.
If you’re wondering whether buying makes sense for you right now, let’s look at the numbers together – and what owning a home could mean for you in the years ahead.

With everything going on, it’s understandable if you’re wondering if you’d regret buying right now.

10/12/2026

At the showing, it is just a kitchen. Then one day it is the place where everyone squeezes around the island, someone burns the birthday candles too low, and the same story gets told at every holiday.

That is the part of real estate we never want Buyers to lose inside the measurements and paperwork. You are choosing a home for the ordinary mornings and the milestone nights. Both matter.

The numbers and paperwork matter, but so does finding a home where you can picture your everyday life and the moments you’ll remember. DM us "𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄" and we'll help you find a home that makes sense on paper and feels right for the life you’re building.

🌐 www.MaloufTeam.com
☎️ Georgia Office: (770) 525-9055 / (888) 959-9461 Ext 915
☎️ Michigan Office: (248) 487-8771

10/11/2026

A showing should answer more than “Do I like this?”

It should also answer:
Can our normal vehicles, storage, and routines work here?
What needs repair soon, and what will that compete with financially?
Does the layout support the next few years, not just the first few weeks?
Are we explaining away problems because the finishes are beautiful?
Some Buyers walked away because the practical costs contradicted their goals. That was not a failed showing. It was a useful decision.

A successful showing isn’t always the one that ends with an offer, it’s the one that helps you understand whether the home truly fits your life and financial goals. DM us "𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄" and we'll help you look beyond the finishes, ask the right questions, and make decisions based on what actually works for you.

🌐 www.MaloufTeam.com
☎️ Georgia Office: (770) 525-9055 / (888) 959-9461 Ext 915
☎️ Michigan Office: (248) 487-8771