Grant & Associates, Realtors

08/07/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

Selling your house without an agent might feel like a shortcut (and a money saver)… until it costs you thousands.

Last year, on average, homes sold with an agent went for 15% more than those that sold without the help of an agent.

And here's why the gap is so big. The market is balancing out. There are more homes for buyers to choose from right now, and that means the strategies that worked a year or two ago won’t work today.

The best agents have the skills and experience to sell in a shifting market. And if you try to sell without that expertise, chances are you’re going to feel it in your bottom line.

So, before you decide to tackle it on your own, let’s have a quick conversation about what’s changing and what’s working right now so you don’t leave money on the table.



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08/06/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

A second home might do more for your retirement than you realize.

As it grows in value, it can help you build wealth over time, giving you more financial freedom in retirement.

You can also rent it out to bring in some extra income you can add to your existing retirement savings. Just remember, some of the rent coming in will need to be used to pay that mortgage and maintain that house.

And if you decide to sell it down the line, any profit you make could give your retirement savings an extra boost.

If owning a second home could help you retire earlier or with more freedom, would you want to take a closer look? Let’s talk.



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08/05/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

3 Advantages of Buying a Newly Built Home Today

Prices, rates, and finding the right home are three of the biggest challenges for buyers today. You may find better luck with all 3 if you look at newly built homes.

There are more available. Builders are more flexible on prices right now. And people who buy new homes tend to get lower rates in this market thanks to the incentives builders can offer.

Let’s connect if you want to see the new builds available in and around our area.

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Prices, rates, and finding the right home are three of the biggest challenges for buyers today. You may find better luck with all 3 if you look at newly built homes.

08/04/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

We’re halfway through 2025. And, if moving is still on your mind, here’s what you need to know.

No matter what you’re hearing in the news, the market may be cooling, but home prices aren’t crashing.

Based on the latest expert forecasts, prices are still expected to rise nationally – just at a slower pace. But this is going to vary by area.
So, DM me to find out what’s happening here and how our current price trends compare to pre-pandemic norms.



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08/01/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High

Overpricing can lead to tough choices you never want to face. But with the right price, and the right guidance, you can skip the stress and sell with confidence. Let’s connect so you have a pricing strategy that works for today’s market and gets you where you want to go.



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When selling your house, the price you choose isn’t just a number, it's a strategy. 

07/31/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

Your credit score doesn’t have to be perfect to qualify for a home loan. But a better score can help you get better terms on your home loan. The best way to know where you stand and your options for a mortgage is to connect with a trusted lender.



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According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed. 

07/30/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

Home Price Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

With all the headlines circulating recently, you may be wondering what’s next for home prices? Here’s what the expert forecasts say.

Home prices are still forecast to rise nationally this year, just at a much slower pace. But price trends are going to vary by area.

To have a quick conversation about what’s happening in our local market, let’s connect.

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With all the headlines circulating recently, you may be wondering what’s next for home prices? Here’s what the expert forecasts say.

07/29/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

Home Price Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

The expert forecasts for the second half of the year show home prices are still forecast to rise nationally – just at a much slower pace. But that’s going to vary by local market. If you want to know what's happening with prices in our area, let’s connect.



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07/28/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

If you're tempted to wait for rates to come down before you buy a home, here's what you should know. Based on expert forecasts, mortgage rates are expected to stay in the 6s this year. Let's talk about what this means for your move and how to factor this into your plans.



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07/25/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

Despite what you may be hearing in the headlines, experts agree home prices are still projected to rise overall in 2025 – just at a slower pace than we’ve seen recently.

On average, forecasters say it’ll be about a 1.5-2% increase nationwide this year.

While some markets are seeing prices level off or dip slightly right now, a dramatic drop across the board isn’t expected. Prices may even be what some would argue as closer to flat by the end of this year.

But context matters, and what you should always keep in mind is, nationally, prices are up 55% compared to just 5 years ago. So, some slight declines don’t drastically change the game.

But every market is different. So, let’s talk about what prices are doing in our area and what that means for your plans.



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07/24/2025

Daily Real Estate Update Alert!

The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See

Recent headlines may not tell the whole story, but the data does. Foreclosure activity remains low by historical standards and is not a sign of another crash.

If you’re simply watching the market and want to understand what’s really going on, or how this impacts the value of your home, let’s connect. I’ll help you separate fact from fear by showing you what the data really says.



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Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them.