Alli Collins & Co.

Alli Collins & Co. Realtor® | Helping families move toward
homeownership
Bridging the gap between real estate and community resources
Assisting clients in all 50 states

05/29/2026

And if you read that wrong... imagine trying to read a 40-page purchase contract, title commitment, HOA documents, survey exceptions, lender disclosures, and closing paperwork by yourself. 😅🏡

One of the biggest misconceptions in real estate is that our job is just opening doors.

In reality, my job is helping clients understand what they're signing, identifying potential issues before they become expensive problems, negotiating on their behalf, and guiding them through one of the largest financial decisions they'll ever make.

The fine print matters.

The deadlines matter.

The contingencies matter.

The inspection period matters.

And sometimes one missed detail can cost thousands of dollars.

That's why having an experienced Realtor in your corner isn't a luxury it's protection. 🏡✨

If you're thinking about buying, selling, or investing in DFW, let's make sure you understand the fine print before it becomes a problem.

Alli Collins, Realtor®
United Real Estate | DFW Properties
📧 [email protected]
📱 682-400-7389
YMCA Board Member | TSHAC-Certified

Excited to help veterans in more than one way. 🇺🇸

05/28/2026

Dallas County Weekly Market Update

DFW is still experiencing a strong buyer’s market shift heading into summer. 🏡📈

This week’s market updates for Dallas County show something important:

- Price decreases continue to heavily outweigh price increases
- Buyers are gaining more negotiating power
- Homes are still selling and going under contract
- Inventory remains elevated compared to previous years
- Sellers are having to compete harder on pricing and presentation

📍 Dallas County Market Update:
• 444 homes sold
• 769 price decreases (Showing Seller Motivation)
• 715 new listings
• 470 homes under contract

What does this actually mean?

It means buyers finally have OPTIONS again. We are no longer in the market where buyers had to rush, waive inspections, or offer far above asking price just to compete.

At the same time, homes are STILL selling every single day throughout DFW. The difference is that today’s buyers are more selective and strategic with their money.

For sellers:
Pricing correctly matters more than ever. The homes winning in today’s market are the ones that are:
- Properly marketed
- Move-in ready or competitively positioned
- Priced according to TODAY’S market not 2021’s market

For buyers:
This may honestly be one of the best opportunities we’ve seen in years to negotiate, compare homes, and potentially secure concessions in ways we haven’t seen since around 2014.

The market is balancing not crashing. And the people who understand the shift are the ones making the smartest moves right now. 🏡✨

Alli Collins, Realtor®
United Real Estate | DFW Properties
📧 [email protected]
📱 682-400-7389
YMCA Board Member | TSHAC-Certified

05/28/2026

Tarrant County Weekly Market Update 🏡📈

This week’s market updates for BOTH Dallas County and Tarrant County show something important:

- Price decreases continue to heavily outweigh price increases
- Buyers are gaining more negotiating power
- Homes are still selling and going under contract
- Inventory remains elevated compared to previous years
- Sellers are having to compete harder on pricing and presentation


📍 Tarrant County Market Update:
• 534 homes sold
• 702 price decreases
• 704 new listings
• 545 homes under contract

What does this actually mean?

It means buyers finally have OPTIONS again. We are no longer in the market where buyers had to rush, waive inspections, or offer far above asking price just to compete.

At the same time, homes are STILL selling every single day throughout DFW. The difference is that today’s buyers are more selective and strategic with their money.

For sellers:
Pricing correctly matters more than ever. The homes winning in today’s market are the ones that are:
- Properly marketed
- Move-in ready or competitively positioned
- Priced according to TODAY’S market not 2021’s market

For buyers:
This may honestly be one of the best opportunities we’ve seen in years to negotiate, compare homes, and potentially secure concessions in ways we haven’t seen since around 2014.

The market is balancing not crashing. And the people who understand the shift are the ones making the smartest moves right now. 🏡✨

Alli Collins, Realtor®
United Real Estate | DFW Properties
📧 [email protected]
📱 682-400-7389
YMCA Board Member | TSHAC-Certified

05/26/2026

I can’t help it…it’s the truth 😜

05/16/2026

Real estate has its own version of horror movies… and if you know, you KNOW. 😭🏡

- Sellers overpricing their home because Zillow said so
- Buyers waiving inspections
- Thinking you need 20% down to buy
- Ignoring price reductions in a buyer’s market
- Buyers visiting new construction without their Realtor present

The market has changed, and misinformation is costing people REAL money. That’s why education matters now more than ever.

And let’s talk about Zillow for a second… Zillow gives ESTIMATES, not guaranteed values or exact payment numbers. A Zestimate is not a professional pricing strategy, and online mortgage calculators cannot fully account for taxes, insurance, HOA fees, interest rates, assistance programs, or your specific financial situation.

If you want real numbers, real options, and real strategy, you need to speak with a Realtor (hi, that’s me 🙋🏽‍♀️) who can connect you with a trusted lender and guide you through the process correctly from the beginning.

We are no longer in the “throw it online and it sells in 24 hours” market. Strategy matters. Negotiation matters. Representation matters.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in DFW and want guidance based on facts instead of internet myths, let’s connect. 📲🏡

Alli Collins, Realtor®
United Real Estate | DFW Properties
📧 [email protected]
📱 682-400-7389
YMCA Board Member | TSHAC-Certified

05/15/2026

The market has shifted… but the buyers didn’t disappear.

According to recent housing reports, home sellers in the U.S. now outnumber buyers by over 630,000 the largest gap on record. And honestly? We’re seeing that play out right here in DFW.

What does this actually mean?
It means buyers finally have:
- More inventory
- More negotiating power
- More time to make decisions
- More opportunities to compare homes

But here’s what many people are misunderstanding… homes are STILL selling every single day. Buyers are not inactive they’re selective. They’re strategic. They’re taking their time and looking for value.

This is no longer the market where a seller can overprice a home, upload a few blurry photos, and expect 15 offers in 48 hours. Strategy matters now more than ever. Pricing matters. Marketing matters. Presentation matters.

And this is exactly why having the right Realtor matters.

For sellers:
Your home can still absolutely sell in today’s market, but the homes winning right now are the ones that are properly prepared, marketed aggressively online, and priced correctly from day one. We are still seeing successful closings throughout DFW even in this nearly two-year-long buyer’s market.

For buyers:
This market may actually be the opportunity many people have been waiting for. Increased inventory means more options, more leverage, and potentially better negotiating opportunities than we’ve seen in years.

The market is balancing itself out not crashing. And the people who understand the shift are the ones making the smartest moves right now.

Alli Collins, Realtor®
United Real Estate | DFW Properties
📧 [email protected]
📱 682-400-7389
YMCA Board Member | TSHAC-Certified

05/07/2026

🚨 OVER 27,000 homes were listed for sale in North Texas in March…
that number tells us A LOT about today’s market.

If you’ve been watching my market updates, then you already know:
Inventory is continuing to rise across DFW.
But here’s the part many people are missing…

This DOES NOT mean homes aren’t selling.
It means the market is BALANCING!

We’re seeing:
- More sellers entering the market
- More buyers becoming active this spring
- More negotiation power for buyers
- BUT also more competition for sellers who aren’t positioned correctly

So yes… this is a buyer’s market in many price points right now.
BUT well-priced homes are STILL moving, going under contract, and creating opportunity for sellers who understand strategy.

The truth is:
A lot of homeowners waited for rates to drop before listing… and now we’re seeing the result of that all at once:
- More inventory
- More options for buyers
- More pricing adjustments
- More urgency for sellers to stand out

And honestly?
This is one of the healthiest shifts we’ve seen in a while because BOTH sides finally have opportunity again.

Buyers:
You finally have choices, negotiating room, and leverage.

Sellers:
The buyers ARE still out there… but emotional pricing and poor presentation will have your home sitting.

This market is no longer “list it and pray.”
It’s “position it correctly and win.”

If you’re trying to figure out whether now is the right time to buy, sell, invest, or even wait strategically… let’s talk.

⸻

Alli Collins, Realtor®
United Real Estate | DFW Properties
📧 [email protected]
📱 682-400-7389
YMCA Board Member | TSHAC-Certified
Excited to help veterans in more than one way.

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