Hoosier Home Listings - Michael Archbold, REALTOR

Hoosier Home Listings - Michael Archbold, REALTOR www.MikeArchbold.com Welcome to HoosierHomeListings.com on Facebook; your premier source for Northeast Indiana real estate listings, news and information!

Click the "Wall" tab to the left for all the latest. www.HoosierHomeListings.com now to Search Homes in your area. I assist my clients in the buying, selling, leasing of residential and commercial real estate. My Broker is:

United Realty, LLC
6339 Constitution Dr, Suite A
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
o. 260-440-3675
c. 260-579-1516
f. 260-387-0431
e. [email protected]

Northeast Indiana continues to attract new residents thanks to a combination of diverse employment opportunities, compar...
09/22/2026

Northeast Indiana continues to attract new residents thanks to a combination of diverse employment opportunities, comparatively attainable housing, a lower cost of living and an improving quality of life. Allen County reached an estimated 402,329 residents in 2025 and recorded its ninth consecutive year of positive domestic migration. From major employers and continued economic investment to expanding parks, trails, downtown amenities and easy access to other Midwestern cities, Fort Wayne and its surrounding communities offer something increasingly difficult to find: many of the opportunities and amenities of a larger metropolitan area without many of the costs and complications that come with one. ARTICLE BELOW

7 Powerful Reasons People Keep Moving to Northeast Indiana | Hoosier Home Listings | Michael Archbold https://hoosierhomelistings.com/7-powerful-reasons-people-keep-moving-to-northeast-indiana/

The August 2026 housing numbers are in for the Fort Wayne area — and the market continues to show steady activity.🏡 903 ...
09/21/2026

The August 2026 housing numbers are in for the Fort Wayne area — and the market continues to show steady activity.

🏡 903 new listings — essentially unchanged from last year
📄 808 pending sales — up 1%
🔑 743 closed sales — up 1%
💰 $272,000 median sales price — up 7% year over year

The biggest takeaway? Home prices are still moving higher even as overall sales activity remains fairly stable. That means buyers have more choices than they did during the ultra-competitive years, but well-priced homes are still finding buyers.

Thinking about buying or selling in the Fort Wayne area? Market-wide statistics are useful, but your neighborhood and price range can tell a very different story. Reach out and I’ll help you break down what’s happening where it matters to you.

09/18/2026

Sometimes the simplest changes make the biggest difference.

Think:

🍁 Warmer colors
🛋️ Cozy blankets and textured pillows
🌿 Seasonal greenery
💡 Softer lighting
🎃 A few pumpkins or gourds
🏡 A welcoming front porch
🪵 Natural wood and seasonal accents

The goal isn’t to completely transform your home.

It’s to make it feel warmer, more comfortable, and more inviting as the weather starts to cool down.

And if you’re thinking about selling this fall, there’s an important distinction: seasonal decorating can help buyers connect emotionally with a home, but too much can create clutter and distract from the property itself.

My preference for sellers?

A hint of fall—not a fall-themed house.

Here are 10 easy ideas you can use:

👉 https://hoosierhomelistings.com/10-easy-fall-decorating-ideas-for-your-home/

I’m grateful to have been quoted in a recent article discussing a question I hear from buyers all the time:“How hard is ...
09/16/2026

I’m grateful to have been quoted in a recent article discussing a question I hear from buyers all the time:

“How hard is it to get a home loan?”

The mortgage process has changed considerably over the years. Today, lenders are taking a close look at credit, verifiable income, employment history, debt-to-income ratios, available funds, and the type of financing being used.

In the article, I share some thoughts on today’s lending environment, the importance of choosing the right loan product, and why I believe getting preapproved before seriously shopping for a home is such an important first step.

If buying a home is on your radar, this is a worthwhile read—especially if you’re wondering what you may need to do before getting started.

👉 Read the full article here: https://application.financeofamerica.com/content/how-hard-is-it-to-get-a-home-loan
How hard is it to get a home loan?

And, as always, if you’re considering buying in Fort Wayne or Northeast Indiana and aren’t sure where to begin, feel free to reach out.

Proud to share that the McFarren-Archbold Team was recognized for an Outstanding Sales Month for August 2026!A big thank...
09/14/2026

Proud to share that the McFarren-Archbold Team was recognized for an Outstanding Sales Month for August 2026!

A big thank you to our clients, friends, and referrals who continue to trust us with their real estate needs. We truly appreciate every opportunity to help buyers and sellers throughout Fort Wayne and the surrounding area.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just want to know what’s happening in today’s market, we’re always happy to help.

09/11/2026

You've probably heard the terms:

📈 Seller's Market
⚖️ Balanced Market
📉 Buyer's Market

But these aren't descriptions of whether buyers or sellers are getting “good deals.”

They're really about supply, demand, and negotiating leverage.

One of the most common measurements is months of inventory—the amount of time it would theoretically take to sell the available homes at the current sales pace.

Traditionally:

🏠 Lower inventory favors sellers
⚖️ Around 5–6 months is considered relatively balanced
📈 Higher inventory begins favoring buyers

But that's only part of the picture.

You also need to consider days on market, price reductions, seller concessions, pricing trends, and how aggressively buyers are competing.

And that's an important distinction in today's market:

A market can still technically favor sellers while giving buyers considerably more negotiating power than they had during the frenzy of a few years ago.

Don't get too caught up in the label.

Look at what buyers and sellers are actually doing.

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🏡 **Buyer’s Market? Seller’s Market? Balanced Market?**These terms aren’t about whether buyers get bargains or sellers g...
09/10/2026

🏡 **Buyer’s Market? Seller’s Market? Balanced Market?**

These terms aren’t about whether buyers get bargains or sellers get bidding wars. They describe the balance between **housing supply and buyer demand**.

In Fort Wayne, August 2026 data showed about **2.1 months of inventory**—still seller-favored by traditional measures, but with buyers gaining more negotiating room than during the frenzy of recent years.

The key is looking beyond the label: inventory, days on market, pricing trends, concessions, and local competition tell the real story.

Another one SOLD! 🎉🏡Congratulations to my buyer on the successful closing of 7711 N Arnold Rd in Columbia City!It was a ...
09/09/2026

Another one SOLD! 🎉🏡

Congratulations to my buyer on the successful closing of 7711 N Arnold Rd in Columbia City!

It was a pleasure helping them navigate the buying process and get to the closing table. Buying a home comes with a lot of moving pieces, and I’m always grateful for the opportunity to help make the process a little easier.

If you’re thinking about buying a home, I’d be happy to help you put together a plan and find the right property.

📲 Michael J. Archbold | RE/MAX Results
🌐 HoosierHomeListings.com

What does it really mean when someone says we're in a buyer's market, seller's market, or balanced real estate market? T...
09/08/2026

What does it really mean when someone says we're in a buyer's market, seller's market, or balanced real estate market? These terms describe the relationship between housing supply and buyer demand—not whether every buyer gets a bargain or every seller receives multiple offers. Understanding months of inventory, days on market, pricing trends, concessions, and local competition provides a much clearer picture. In Fort Wayne, August 2026 data showed approximately 2.1 months of inventory, meaning the market remains seller-favored by traditional measures even though buyers may have more negotiating opportunities than they did during the housing frenzy of previous years.

Insider Discussion - How Do You Define a Balanced Market? | Hoosier Home Listings | Michael Archbold https://hoosierhomelistings.com/insider-discussion-how-do-you-define-a-balanced-market/

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