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02/26/2026

Selling your house is absolutely possible right now. But you can’t approach it the same way you did in 2021.

Buyers have more choices today, and their expectations are higher. You have to adapt your strategy based on that.

I put together a breakdown of the biggest mistakes some sellers are making this year, so you know how to get ahead.

Message me and I’ll send you the details. The right approach changes everything.



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02/26/2026

Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 (And How To Avoid Them)

The sellers who succeed in this market aren’t doing anything extreme. They’re pricing their house right, making strategic repairs, getting local guidance, and making decisions based on how buyers actually behave today. Those small but mighty mindset shifts could make or break your sale.

Want a real plan tailored to your home and your neighborhood? Let’s talk.



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Let’s be clear: selling your house is absolutely possible right now. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), roughly 11k homes sell every day in this country.

02/25/2026

If you’re renting, you’ve probably heard that buying just isn’t affordable right now.

But the reality is, affordability is starting to return in many parts of the country.

In a growing number of counties, it’s more affordable to buy than rent a 3-bedroom home (even with factoring in insurance and typical maintenance costs).

And after years of feeling priced out of buying, that’s a really good thing. But some regions are rebounding faster than others.

If you’re renting and stuck in the “someday” loop, let's have a quick conversation about what’s possible where you live.

It doesn’t mean everyone should buy tomorrow. But it’s worth finding out if the math’s changed where you are.



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02/25/2026

Renting vs. Buying: The Numbers Might Surprise You

The point isn’t that everyone should rush out and buy a home tomorrow.

It’s that renting isn’t always the more affordable option people assume it is – and buying may be more realistic than it feels once you look at the full picture.

If you’re renting and feeling stuck in the “someday” loop, it might be worth a simple conversation. Just a chance to see what’s possible and whether it makes sense for you.



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Renting can feel like the easier choice right now.

02/24/2026

Home affordability is the best it’s been in 4 years.

That’s thanks to: Lower rates. Slower home price growth. And rising wages.

And while the affordability problem isn’t solved, many buyers are finding the numbers work better today.

If buying didn’t make sense for you last year, take another look.

Have you re-run the math on your move yet? DM me and let’s see if it changes when you're ready to buy.



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02/24/2026

Affordability Is at a 4-Year High

Home affordability is the best it’s been in 4 years. And that's making a difference for buyers. Have you re-run the math yet to see how this changes your numbers?



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02/23/2026

If you’re a homeowner watching someone you love try to buy their first home, this is worth thinking about.

Nearly 1 in 5 first-time buyers are getting a gift from family or friends for use as their down payment. And many parents and grandparents are able to offer that help because of the home equity they’ve built over the years.

That doesn’t mean you have to do anything. But it may be worth asking: could a small portion of the equity you’ve built open a door that might otherwise stay closed?

If you’re curious what your equity could make possible for your family, let’s talk it through.



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02/23/2026

How Your Equity Could Help Younger Generations Buy a Home

If you’re curious what your home equity could make possible, for you or for your loved ones, let’s start with a simple conversation. Because sometimes the most meaningful investment you can make is for the next generation.



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For a lot of parents or grandparents, watching a family member struggle to buy their first home right now is hard.

02/19/2026

There’s one number that decides how your sale goes before buyers ever step inside your home – and that’s your asking price.

Set it too high, and your house sits while buyers scroll past it.
But set it too low and you’ll leave real money on the table.

Here’s the problem. A lot of homeowners are basing their number on an online home value tool. And that’s where things can go sideways.

DM me and I’ll help you get the number that’s actually working in our market right now.



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02/19/2026

The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Sale

While online tools can give you a rough starting point, only a local expert can give you a price that actually works.

If you want to know the right number for your house, not just the easiest one to find, let’s talk.



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There’s one decision you're going to make when you sell that determines whether your house sells quickly, or it sits.

02/18/2026

If you’re seeing that January home sales slowed down, you may wonder what that means for the housing market. Here's what you need to know.

That’s not because of any big drop off in demand. It’s a combination of normal seasonality and the weather.

January is typically a slower month. Plus, this January was packed with winter storms that slowed down inspections, appraisals, and final walkthroughs across much of the country. That’s causing a delay in sales, too.

Don’t confuse a weather-impacted month with a market losing steam. History shows the pace of sales usually pick back up in February as the spring market starts to take off.

If you’re thinking about selling and want to know what’s happening in our market as we head into spring, let’s break it down locally.



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02/18/2026

The Real Reason Home Sales Slowed in January. And It’s Not What You Think.

Don’t confuse a weather-impacted month with a market losing steam. If anything, improving affordability is an indicator of more activity to come, not less.

If you have questions about what you’re hearing online or in the news, let’s chat. Because the truth is, a little context can give you back your peace of mind.



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If you saw headlines that talked about how “home sales fell sharply in January,” it probably raised an eyebrow – especially if you’re thinking about selling your house. But context matters.