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03/18/2026

One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures

Are foreclosure filings rising slightly? Yes. Are they anywhere near crash territory? No. And homeowners today have far more equity and flexibility than they did during the crash.

If you’re concerned about what you’re seeing in the headlines, the best move isn’t panic, it’s perspective. And the data right now says this isn’t 2008 all over again.



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Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash.

03/18/2026

Does the recent rise in foreclosure filings mean we’re headed for another crash? The short answer is no.

Right now, only 1% of all homes are seriously delinquent, meaning the owners are more than 90 days behind on their payments. That’s only 1 in 100.

During the last crash, it was 9%. That’s 1 in 11. And that’s a big difference.

Plus, not every delinquency even turns into a foreclosure. Many homeowners work out repayment plans. Others will use their equity to sell.

So, don’t let foreclosure headlines spark flashbacks to 2008. This isn’t a wave. It’s a ripple at most.



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03/17/2026

Selling Your House Isn’t About Luck. It’s About Strategy.

Selling your house isn’t about luck. It’s about strategy. Don’t leave your move chance. Let’s talk so you have a plan that works.



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03/17/2026

Selling Your House Isn’t About Luck. It’s About Strategy.

Selling your house isn’t about luck. It’s about strategy. Don’t leave your move chance. Let’s talk so you have a plan that works.



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03/17/2026

Overpriced listings don't just sit longer—they sell for less than if they had been priced correctly from the start.

39% of all listings nationwide had price reductions in 2025. The typical home sold for nearly 4% under asking during peak season—the steepest discount in six years.

When a listing sits, buyers start to assume something is wrong, even when the only issue was the price. Multiple small reductions signal desperation and train buyers to wait for the next drop. One well-timed strategic correction is almost always more effective.

Pricing correctly from day one isn't conservative. It's strategic. ✅

Read the full article: https://lynnhodges.myagent.site/what-actually-makes-a-listing-stand-out-in-2026/

03/16/2026

Spring Guides Are Here

The Spring Guides for buying or selling a home are here. If you’re thinking of making a move this season, you need these guides. To get your free digital copy, let’s connect.



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03/16/2026

The #1 Reason Buyers Walk Away (And How To Get Ahead of It)

One of the biggest dealbreakers for buyers today is inspection issues – and that’s something you can control. You just need to be proactive about high-impact repairs before you list.

If you want help figuring out where to focus, let's connect so we can keep your sale on track from day one.



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You may have seen headlines on social saying the number of buyers backing out of their contracts is on the rise – and has recently reached a high not seen since 2017.

03/16/2026

Dirt and dust have nowhere to hide with these cleaning pointers.

03/14/2026

Learn what home equity is and how it can benefit you.

Learn what home equity is and the ways it can benefit you.

03/13/2026

If Your House Isn’t Getting Offers, Read This.

If your listing feels stuck, it’s not a sign you shouldn’t sell. It’s the market giving you feedback. And feedback is powerful when you use it.

Start with a real conversation with a real agent about what’s working and what’s not. Your agent will be able to tell you which small adjustments could totally change the momentum. Because in this market, the sellers who adapt are the ones who move.



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Online searches for “can’t sell house” just hit an all-time high according to Google Trends.

03/13/2026

Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for that magic number for rates, that strategy may not pay off as much as you’d expect.

Let's connect so you can double check the math at your price point. You may realize payments are already within your range.



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Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range.