Julie Harris PA, Realtor

06/19/2026

As more homeowners choose to age in place, many suburban communities are seeing a major shift in housing inventory and demand.

Many seniors in suburbs are house rich but cash poor, keeping them in aging homes while locking younger homebuyers out of the market.

06/19/2026

🌟 A house that glows as beautifully on the outside as it feels on the inside. Who wouldn’t want to come home to this every evening? 🏠💫

Julie Harris, P.A.
CENTURY® 21 Hansen
REALTOR®, BROKER ASSOCIATE
[email protected]
(954) 240-8074

06/19/2026

If you spend enough time online, you'd probably think home prices are crashing or they’re about too.

But the data tells a different story.

According to Realtor.com, home prices are still rising in 71% of housing markets across the country.

That's the majority of markets.

Yes, some areas are seeing slight price declines. But they're the exception, not the rule.
That's why it's important to be careful about where you're getting your housing market information.

The internet loves dramatic headlines. The data usually tells a more complete story.

Want to know what's actually happening with home prices in our area? Send over a message.

06/18/2026

Buying a home isn't one big decision—it's a series of smaller decisions made with confidence. Break the journey into manageable steps, and your dream home may be closer than you think.

06/18/2026

Putting off buying a home? Maybe you're waiting for a crash to get a better deal – or afraid you'll buy now and watch your home's value fall later.

Either way, the widespread drop you're bracing for may not be coming.

Yes, a few markets are seeing mild declines. But more than 100 economists and housing experts expect home prices will actually rise nationally over the next five years – not fall.

And waiting for a deal that never comes could mean passing up the chance to gain thousands in equity or paying more in a few years for the same home.

So before you decide to wait, let's talk about your options and what prices are really doing in our area.

06/18/2026

Has anyone taken the time to explain how much the market’s shifted? Or what it means for your move?

In 2021, nearly every major housing market in the country favored sellers. But now, only about 1 in 3 does.

And that changes the dynamics for you.

If you’re buying, you may have more negotiating power. If you’re selling, pricing and presentation matter.

But here's the catch, it's not the same story everywhere. Some markets are strongly in buyers' favor right now. Others? Sellers are still winning. It all depends on where you live.

That’s why you need a pro. A great agent knows which way our local market is leaning and how that can change everything about your strategy.

Want to know what's happening right here? Drop a comment or send me a message.

06/17/2026

Did you know a lower monthly payment can sometimes mean paying more interest over time?

06/17/2026

Every neighborhood has that one house. In 2026, those unicorns will stay on the market for exactly 14 days. Don’t get stuck with the leftovers.

Julie Harris, P.A.
CENTURY® 21 Hansen
REALTOR®, BROKER ASSOCIATE
[email protected]
(954) 240-8074

06/17/2026

A few years ago, sellers could say "no" to just about everything a buyer asked for.

No repairs.
No concessions.
No negotiation.

Today? The market looks a little different.

Zillow says 67% of sellers pay some or all of their buyer's closing costs.

That doesn't mean every seller should do it. But it does mean the most successful sellers today understand something important:

The market has shifted. And that's means negotiation is back on the table.

Sometimes helping with closing costs makes sense. Sometimes another concession is the better move. But it’s normal for today’s market to require some give and take.

The key is knowing what buyers are asking for in your area, and which compromises are actually worth making.

Want to know what sellers in our area are negotiating right now? Send a message or drop a comment below.

06/16/2026

Is the market working for buyers or sellers right now? Knowing who has the advantage can make all the difference when it’s time to make your move.