The Graham Smith Team

10/23/2026

Pending activity across the Twin Cities and nationwide just hit a 15-year low. 📉

While most people see pause, smart buyers and sellers see OPPORTUNITY. Here is the truth about what is happening in the October 2026 housing market:

🔑 Flattening Prices: Home values have stabilized over the past year—creating an ideal window to get in before the market turns and prices climb again.
🔑 More Inventory: Higher inventory gives buyers options, leverage, and room to negotiate strong terms.
🔑 Long-Term Strategy: Rates are currently around 7.4%, but timing the market now positions you to capture future upside when conditions shift.

This is the moment people will look back on wishing they had bought, upgraded, or made their move.

Curious how these numbers impact your specific neighborhood or moving plans? Drop a comment below or send us a DM! 💬👇

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10/23/2026

Stop by our open houses this weekend!

📍3704 11th Ave S, Minneapolis
Saturday (10/24) & Sunday (10/25) from 12-2pm

📍2721 Columbus Ave, Minneapolis
Saturday (10/24) from 1-3pm
(Multifamily investment property!)

Hope to see you there!

10/21/2026

COMING SOON!
3704 11th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
3 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Garage | 1,643 Sqft | $249,900
Listing Agent: Jake Bentley | 763-777-2068

Welcome to this incredible 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in the beloved Powderhorn neighborhood of South Minneapolis! Lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 30 years, this home is ready for its next chapter. The main level features two bedrooms, while the upper level offers a spacious third bedroom. Both the upper-level bedroom and lower-level family room feature brand-new carpet, adding a fresh touch to these inviting spaces. Fresh paint and updated mechanicals offer added peace of mind, while fresh mulch and landscaping create the perfect canvas for your dream garden. Powderhorn is known for its vibrant arts scene, strong community spirit, and unique local flavor. Enjoy neighborhood traditions like the MayDay Parade and Powderhorn Art Fair, explore the diverse food offerings at nearby Midtown Global Market and Mercado Central, or spend a sunny afternoon enjoying the trails and lake at Powderhorn Park. With its blend of creativity, culture, green space, and locally loved restaurants, this neighborhood offers so much to enjoy. Full of warmth, potential, and decades of thoughtful care, this charming home is a wonderful opportunity to put down roots and make it your own. Schedule your tour today and come imagine your next chapter in Powderhorn!

10/20/2026

Happy Closing Day to Hunter and Philip 🎉

Congratulations on closing on your new home today! And thank you for trusting our team to help along the way. Wishing you many happy memories in your new home! ❤️

10/20/2026

Waiting for lower interest rates might actually cost you MORE in the long run. Here’s why:

While a jump from 6% to 7.5% sounds huge, on a $200k loan, that difference is $198/month. Is a couple hundred dollars a month significant? Absolutely. But what’s even more significant is what happens when rates drop back down.

Right now, we are seeing one of the largest shadow buyer pools on the sidelines. The moment rates hit 6%, all of those buyers will jump back in, creating massive competition, multiple offers, and driving home prices up by $10k–$50k+.

By buying now, you can lock in a great price without the extreme bidding wars - and refinance when rates cool off.

If you aren’t getting this kind of strategic counsel from your current representation (or brokerage), let’s have a conversation!

👇 Drop a comment or DM me “STRATEGY” to chat about your options.

10/16/2026

10/13/2026

GIVEAWAY ALERT!

A little extra holiday shopping money? Yes, please! 🎁🛍️ Enter to win a $250 holiday shopping spree from The Graham Smith Team!

Here’s how to enter:
✨ Complete the entry form here: https://form.jotform.com/262776457826170
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✨ Tag a friend to join the fun!

Entries close Friday, October 16 at noon! The winner will be announced later that day. Good luck!

10/12/2026

More pumpkins, more smiles, and more photos from our 9th Annual GST Pumpkin Giveaway! 🎃🍂

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us for another year of this favorite fall tradition. We had so much fun spending the morning with you!

And a huge thank-you to our partners— Cinch Home Services, Brenna Hoberg CrossCountry Mortgage, Watermark Title, and X2 Home Solutions—for helping make it all possible. And thank you to Benny’s Biscotti for the delicious treats.

Photo cred: Cael MacLeod

10/12/2026

We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day for the 9th annual GST Pumpkin Giveaway! Sunny skies, unseasonably warm weather, and 100 pumpkins finding their way to new homes!

Most of all, we loved spending the day connecting with our team, catching up with friends and clients, and bringing our community together for a fall tradition we look forward to every year.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made this year so special!