Hub City Realty, Kristina Porcello, Realtor

08/17/2026

Buyers in Hattiesburg are seeing more room to negotiate than they have in years. 🏡

With inventory holding steady and homes sitting longer before selling, sellers are showing more flexibility on price and terms. This means local buyers, whether you’re moving up, downsizing, or buying your very first place, have the advantage to take things slower and push for extras, like closing cost help or minor repairs. Homes aren’t flying off the market, and price reductions are more common, so there’s less pressure to rush your decision or offer over the asking price.

While home values are higher than in the past, buyers today have the upper hand to ask for adjustments and weigh options in a market where choices and negotiation power are growing. Timing, patience, and clear goals can make a real difference in your outcome.

Are you planning to buy soon, or just watching how the market shifts? I’d love to hear what you’re seeing out there!

07/03/2026

Congratulations to this sweet lady, thank you for allowing me to help you sell your house and find a new one!!

07/03/2026

Congratulations!!! Wishing you lots of happiness and memories in your in house!!!

05/15/2026

Late spring can be a smart time for first-time buyers in Hattiesburg to find more options 🌷

As inventory picks up after the early-spring rush, buyers who start their search now can explore a wider mix of homes without the same level of bidding wars seen at the absolute peak. The extra choices don't mean you can slow down, Hattiesburg stays competitive, especially for well-priced starter homes. With more listings and slightly longer days on market, though, there's a bit more room to compare and strategize.

Local programs still offer support with down payment and closing costs, and national financing trends are making homeownership a real possibility for more buyers. Plus, late spring brings warm, reliable weather for tours and inspections, and moving can often line up with the start of summer break, a big win for families 📦

Strong pre-approvals and quick decision-making still matter, and it helps to watch for subtle neighborhood trends that hint at up-and-coming areas. If you’re juggling a busy schedule, virtual tours and digital tools make screening homes even easier in today’s market 💻

Thinking about making your first move in Hattiesburg? What’s the top feature you’d want in your first home? Tell me below!

05/08/2026

Let's have some fun -- which house are you choosing and why?

'Like' react for New Construction
'Care' react for Farm House w/ Acreage
'Love' react for Golf Course Views
'Wow' react for Historic Charm

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🏡🔑 Looking for your perfect Southern home? Check out the latest homes for sale, and contact me to schedule your tour: https://homeasap.com/kristinaporcello

Hub City Realty
(601) 818-1560
[email protected]

03/05/2026

Congrats to this sweet couple on their first house! Hubby was a along by FaceTime thanks to his service for our country 🇺🇸 

12/31/2025

✨🎉 Goodbye 2025, Welcome 2026! 🎉✨

As we count down the final moments of the year, let’s celebrate the memories made, the lessons learned, and the exciting possibilities ahead. 🕰️ Here’s to fresh beginnings, new opportunities, and a year filled with growth, happiness, and success. 🥂

Cheers to 2026 & Happy New Year’s Eve! 🎆

10/20/2025

How sweet is this!!!

10/16/2025

To all my buyers, I offer my sincerest congratulations on your new homes and the successful closings of your transactions.

09/11/2025

This week the median list price for Hattiesburg, MS is $314,900 with the market action index hovering around 35. This is about the same as last month's market action index of 35. Inventory has decreased to 239.

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