TJ Bird Realtor NPDodge

06/17/2026

Smaller homes are having a moment.

That’s because affordability is tight and, for many buyers, smaller is what fits the budget. And builders are listening.

Newly built homes have been trending smaller since 2014 – and that’s on purpose.

They're more affordable than larger homes. And many come with built-in community amenities like walking trails, fitness centers, and even co-working spaces, so less space still delivers.

If you've been feeling priced out of bigger homes, a smaller one could fit your budget and your lifestyle. And with brand-new everything, it may not feel like as much of a compromise as you think.

DM me to walk through what's available in our area.

06/17/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 2114 Aaron Way, Fremont.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 2114 Aaron Way, Fremont, NE 68025, 1342 square foot, 2 bedrooms bathrooms, asking price of $289,000, MLS ID 22616803

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1409 E 4th Street, Fremont.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 1409 E 4th Street, Fremont, NE 68025, 972 square foot, 2 bedrooms bathrooms, asking price of $190,000, MLS ID 22616778

06/15/2026

Because even though you want rates to come down, experts say this latest inflation data could actually set the stage for rates to stay “higher for longer.”

So, what can you do about it? Should you just wait?

My advice is simple. Focus on what you can control.

Even in a market like this, there are things you can do to get the best mortgage rate possible. Because sometimes you need to move no matter what’s happening – and that’s okay.

You just need the right strategy.

Let's talk about what this means for your situation and your timing. Drop a comment below or send over a message.

Because you don’t have to figure it out alone. And there are still ways to move forward.

06/15/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1032 Brickyard Drive, Hooper.

Photos, maps, description of Land For Sale at 1032 Brickyard Drive, Hooper, NE 68031, asking price of $49,000

06/14/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1030 Brickyard Drive, Hooper.

Photos, maps, description of Land For Sale at 1030 Brickyard Drive, Hooper, NE 68031, asking price of $49,000

06/13/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1018 Brickyard Drive, Hooper.

Photos, maps, description of Land For Sale at 1018 Brickyard Drive, Hooper, NE 68031, asking price of $39,000

06/12/2026

A lot of people have been waiting for rates to drop or prices to come down before making a move. But the reality is, sometimes life changes before the market does.
A growing family.
An empty nest.
A new job.
Retirement.
Needing to be closer to loved ones.

Those are the real reasons 1 in 5 buyers last year said they felt like they had to move, no matter the market. Because life doesn't wait for the timing to be perfect.

And if that’s where you are right now, you can still move. You may even have more options than you think. You just need someone who can help you find them.

06/12/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1019 Brickyard Drive, Hooper.

Photos, maps, description of Land For Sale at 1019 Brickyard Drive, Hooper, NE 68031, asking price of $36,000