Jennifer Gilbert-Smith, Managing The Real Estate Details

Jennifer Gilbert-Smith, Managing The Real Estate Details Since 2002, providing outstanding, memorable residential real estate sales services with integrity! My Values: Professionalism • Integrity • Service • Growth

My Values: Professionalism • Integrity • Service • Growth

I’ve enjoyed helping buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals since 2002 and am proud to work almost exclusively with past clients and referrals these days. I listen to my clients and aim to exceed their expectations with a high standard of professional service and integrity. I believe that honesty, prompt communication, and using the latest technology lead to the most efficient and successful real estate transactions. As my business evolved, I became interested in assisting others with their real estate careers and brokerage management. I attained my managing broker’s license in 2006 and became a certified real estate instructor in 2007. Over the years I gained experience as an Instructor, Business Development and Technology Specialist for a multi-branch firm, Sales Manager, Assistant Manager and Branch Manager. While I continue to enjoy serving as a trusted advisor to many buyers and sellers, I also own and manage my own real estate firm. I establish policies and oversee all the business activities, including those of other brokers licensed with my firm. Since the real estate industry is always changing, I’m passionate about using and sharing the best, most efficient real estate sales practices with my clients and other brokers.

As mortgage rates move higher, Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist, says 7% could become the new normal.
09/21/2026

As mortgage rates move higher, Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist, says 7% could become the new normal.

I'm proud to have recently closed 2 sales -- one for an out of state seller, and the second for some first-time home buy...
09/20/2026

I'm proud to have recently closed 2 sales -- one for an out of state seller, and the second for some first-time home buyers. The market is always changing and it's important that sellers and buyers have a professional they can trust to guide them through the complex process.

Considering buying or selling? Contact me today!
https://www.JenniferGilbert-Smith.com/

Americans Are Moving Less: A Bank of America Institute study finds that Americans are moving less, with mobility declini...
09/18/2026

Americans Are Moving Less:
A Bank of America Institute study finds that Americans are moving less, with mobility declining across all income groups and generations. The trend is driven by the high cost of living and housing affordability issues. "Americans are locked in place," Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president of research at the National Association of REALTORS®, told Newsweek. "Many homeowners are locked in by the golden handcuffs of low-interest rate mortgages and do not have a motivating factor that would cause them to move, even if their home is no longer the ideal fit for them."

Existing-home sales decreased by 2.0% month-over-month and 1.2% year-over-year, according to the National Association of...
09/16/2026

Existing-home sales decreased by 2.0% month-over-month and 1.2% year-over-year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Existing-Home Sales report.

“Mortgage rates and home sales move in opposite directions, so it’s not surprising to see a mild dip in home buying activity due to high mortgage rates,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. “Still, home prices are rising, and existing home sales are actually up 1.6% year-to-date through the first eight months of the year. Homebuying demand, despite higher interest rates, is no doubt being supported by rising wages, which grew 3.1% in August, along with 643,000 net new jobs added since the start of the year. Job creation and wage growth typically drive housing demand.”

“The number of months it would take to exhaust the total inventory at the current sales pace has grown to 4.9 months’ supply—its highest level in over ten years. The ample supply of homes for sale on the market is giving homebuyers better opportunities to negotiate,” Yun added.

Schools Rule Home Location Choices: Living within walking distance of a school can boost quality of life for families, o...
09/15/2026

Schools Rule Home Location Choices:
Living within walking distance of a school can boost quality of life for families, offering shorter commutes, greater independence for children and easier daily routines. But those benefits often come with a price premium, especially in highly rated school districts, writes Anna Baluch for Realtor.com. Baluch cites NAR data, which shows that buyers will pay more to live in a walkable neighborhood, as they increasingly value convenience over square footage.

When evaluating a neighborhood, experts say buyers should look for continuous sidewalks, safe crossings, traffic-calming measures and good visibility. Michelle Griffith, a luxury real estate broker at Douglas Elliman in New York City, recommends that—before they make an offer—buyers walk the neighborhood multiple times a day to get a good read of what goes on throughout the day and week.

The Gender of REALTORS® 1993-2026: When we talk about the "typical REALTOR®," we're describing what our research shows a...
09/11/2026

The Gender of REALTORS® 1993-2026:
When we talk about the "typical REALTOR®," we're describing what our research shows about National Association of REALTORS® members. In June, we released the latest Member Profile, the association's annual report on REALTORS®, their backgrounds and the business they conduct.

In 2026, the typical REALTOR® is a 57-year-old white female who attended college and owns a home. Women continue to represent the majority of the profession, accounting for 66% of all REALTORS®, reflecting a steady upward trend that has persisted since 1993.

Most members (62%) hold sales agent licenses, while 24% are brokers and 16% are broker associates. For 73% of REALTORS®, real estate is their sole occupation, while 27% reported earning income from an additional source.

Among newer members with two years of experience or less, the median age is 45, highlighting the profession's appeal to individuals entering real estate later in their careers. Homeownership remains widespread within the industry—but it's not universal; 86% of REALTORS® report owning their primary residence.

The August Market Snapshot is here: - Inventory growth is still the biggest story, with active listings up 22% year ove...
09/10/2026

The August Market Snapshot is here:

- Inventory growth is still the biggest story, with active listings up 22% year over year.
- Both pending and closed sales have slowed since August 2025.
- Despite the growing number of listings, median sales price declined just 2.3% year over year, to $635,000.

Explore all the stats from August: https://www.nwmls.com/real-estate-news/monthly-market-snapshot

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