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06/11/2026

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06/09/2026

More families today are redefining what home looks like. 🏘🌐

One trend gaining momentum is multi-generational living, in which parents, grandparents, or extended family members purchase and share a home.

For some, it creates more flexibility around childcare and daily support. For others, it offers a practical way to navigate rising housing costs while staying connected across generations.

What’s interesting is how these shifts are also influencing the types of homes buyers are looking for—spaces with flexible layouts, separate living areas, additional bedrooms, and long-term functionality.

Real estate needs continue to evolve alongside the way people live, work, and care for one another. And increasingly, we’re seeing buyers prioritize homes that support both independence and connection.

06/05/2026

Real estate is local, and this month's numbers are a good reminder of that. 📊

Across Northeastern Indiana, inventory, sales activity, and days on market continue to vary from county to county. While some areas are seeing increased listing activity, others remain more competitive with limited inventory and steady buyer demand.

Our June Market Update provides a closer look at what's happening across the region, helping buyers and sellers better understand the trends shaping their local market.

View the June report here: https://www.flipsnack.com/7BEF5EAA9F7/sbtg-june-2026

06/04/2026

🏘💡 The market may be moving differently than it did a few years ago — but correctly priced homes are still selling quickly.

New Indiana housing data shows that homes priced at market value are typically going under contract within days, while even modest overpricing can significantly extend time on market.

In today’s environment, buyers have more inventory, more information, and more time to compare options. That means pricing strategy has become one of the most important parts of the selling process.

The data also highlights an important distinction: the slowdown isn’t affecting every listing equally. Many of the longer market times are concentrated among homes that entered the market priced above where buyers perceived value.

As conditions continue to normalize, accurate pricing, preparation, and positioning are playing a larger role in how successfully homes move through the market.

In a market where buyers have become more selective, pricing is no longer just a starting point—it’s a strategy that directly shapes visibility, leverage, and timing.

06/02/2026

One of the most meaningful shifts shaping today’s housing market is happening quietly across generations. 📊🏘

As millions of Baby Boomers move through major life transitions, conversations around downsizing, inherited property, multigenerational living, caregiving, and long-term planning are becoming increasingly common—not only nationally, but here in our own communities as well.

What makes these decisions especially significant is that they often involve much more than real estate alone. They touch financial planning, family dynamics, legacy, timing, and the future opportunities available to the next generation.

These transitions can be emotional, complex, and deeply personal, which is why thoughtful guidance and long-term planning matter more than ever.

SOLD by the GOLD's team owner and realtor, Beth Goldsmith holds the SRES® (Senior Real Estate Specialist) designation. She focuses on helping adults over 50 and their families navigate later-life real estate decisions, inherited property situations, estate-related sales, and multigenerational housing transitions with clarity and support.

If you or your family are navigating one of these transitions, Beth is here to help guide you through it with clarity and care. Reach out today. 📣

05/28/2026

A new report from the National Association of REALTORS® highlights how differently each generation is approaching today’s housing market.

While Baby Boomers continue to account for the largest share of home sellers, younger buyers are navigating a very different market experience—balancing affordability, inventory, lifestyle changes, and long-term financial goals.

What’s becoming increasingly clear is that real estate decisions today are less about one universal market trend and more about where people are in life.

Some homeowners are downsizing after decades in the same home. Others are searching for more flexible layouts, multigenerational living options, or homes that better support changing family needs.

At the same time, many first-time buyers are continuing to wait for the right opportunity as inventory and affordability gradually improve.

Today’s housing market is no longer being shaped by one dominant buyer profile. Different generations are entering the market with entirely different priorities, financial realities, and long-term goals. 🏘📊

05/26/2026

New census data shows Fort Wayne continues to stand out as one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing cities. 🏘🏢

Among U.S. cities with populations over 250,000, Fort Wayne ranked as the fastest-growing large city in the Midwest from 2020 to 2025—reflecting continued momentum across the region.

Population growth at this scale often reflects broader momentum across a region—from economic opportunity and infrastructure investment to housing demand and long-term confidence in the community itself.

We’re also seeing that growth extend into surrounding areas like Huntertown, Leo-Cedarville, New Haven, Grabill, and Woodburn as more buyers explore opportunities throughout Northeast Indiana.

As Fort Wayne continues to evolve, it’s becoming increasingly clear why more people are choosing to build their future here. 💡

05/21/2026

Located in the Villas at Summit Reserve, this lovely community offers more amenities than most and this 3 bedroom, 2 full bath villa offers a relaxing screen porch to enjoy summer. Please share with your friends and family members.

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05/21/2026

The latest data shows Indiana’s housing market continuing to hold steady as we move further into spring, with activity staying consistent across key indicators.

Closed sales reached 10,798, reflecting a +11% year-over-year increase. New listings also rose to 7,106 (+3% YoY), showing continued movement from sellers and a steady flow of inventory entering the market. The median price now sits at $274,000, up +4% year-over-year, pointing to gradual but stable value growth across the state.

What stands out in this update is not sharp movement but consistency. Buyers and sellers are still active, but decisions are becoming more intentional as affordability, inventory, and pricing expectations continue to rebalance across the market.

For sellers, preparation still plays a key role in how a home performs. Pricing and presentation continue to influence both speed and outcome. For buyers, the steady increase in listings offers more opportunity to compare options and move with greater clarity.

Markets tend to reveal themselves over time, and this one continues to show a pattern of stability rather than volatility.

👉 If you’re thinking about a move this year, we’re here to help you make sense of what these numbers mean in your area.

05/19/2026

📣 May is National Historic Preservation Month, and Fort Wayne is highlighting the many ways residents and visitors can experience and celebrate the city’s history.

In partnership with Visit Fort Wayne, the city is featuring a series of events throughout the month that showcase historic neighborhoods, landmarks, museums, walking tours, lectures, and community gatherings that bring Fort Wayne’s past into focus.

From historic home tours and cultural heritage events to neighborhood walks and public programming, these opportunities offer a closer look at the spaces and stories that have shaped the city over time.

It’s a reminder that the character of a city is shaped not only by new development, but by the continued effort to preserve the neighborhoods, architecture, and stories that give a place its identity over time.

For those who live in or are considering Fort Wayne, historic preservation plays an important role in maintaining the identity and long-term value of many of the city’s most established neighborhoods. 🏘