BEARD Realty - Shawn Beard - Keller Williams Realty Elite

06/25/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

Your house didn't sell and your listing expired. And the hardest part is you still don’t have a clear answer on why no one bought it.

You just know it didn’t happen, and now you’re supposed to decide whether to try again… or what to change.

Here’s what I’d do before you re-list: get a second opinion.

Because data shows homeowners who switch agents after their listing expires are more likely to see their house sell.

A different agent brings a fresh perspective and can run a quick reset.

The price. The marketing. The presentation. Chances are something in there needs to change.

You’re not stuck – you just need a better plan. And a partner who knows how to execute it.

If you want a second opinion, DM me the word “EXPIRED.”

I’ll take a quick look at what happened and tell you the first one or two...



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

06/25/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s How To Turn It Around.

If your house didn’t sell the first time, you’re not stuck. You just need a different strategy, and maybe a different partner.

When you're ready for a fresh set of eyes on what happened and what to change first, let’s connect.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence.

06/24/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

You may be hearing more homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. Maybe you're even worried that means we’re headed for a crash...

Here's what you should know.

There are 4 main reasons more sellers are de-listing right now – and none of them are “the market is about to crash.”

This trend is really about sellers adjusting to a market that needs the right price and the right prep.

And when a homeowner misses the mark on price or prep, sometimes taking a house off the market is a good way to take a beat and reset their strategy.

It’s not a warning sign of broader trouble to come.

If you have questions about something you’re hearing online or what something means for the market as a whole, reach out.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

06/24/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know.

If you’re seeing headlines about how a record number of sellers are taking their homes off the market, don’t panic. It’s not a warning of an impending crash. It’s a market adjusting.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market.

06/23/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

There’s a reason only 5% of sellers sell without an agent.

The ones who tried selling solo point to the same three sticking points – getting the price right, knowing how to prep the house, and selling on time.

That’s a lot to juggle alone. And getting any one of them wrong can cost you time, money, or both.

But a good agent handles all the hard parts.

So, let’s connect when you’re ready to move, and we’ll chat about what a smooth sale looks like for you.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

06/23/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

The home that’s been sitting on the market for a few weeks? Maybe even a month? Don’t scroll past it just yet.

Your first instinct might be to assume there’s something wrong, but you could be missing out. Especially if finding a house in your budget has been your #1 challenge.

Homes that have been on the market longest are the ones you should be looking at first.

Because the longer a house sits, the more open the seller usually is to dropping the price or negotiating.

So, before you write off a listing that’s been around for a while, let’s connect. I can help you decide which homes are worth a second glance.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

06/23/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

Only 5% of Sellers Sell Without an Agent – Here's Why

There’s a reason only 5% of sellers sell without an agent. The ones who tried it on their own say this is where things went sideways: getting the price right, knowing how to prep, and selling on time. And these aren’t small details. They’re what determines how much you walk away with. Skip the guesswork. Let’s connect.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

06/22/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal

A house sitting on the market isn’t always a glaring red flag. In today’s market, it may be your best opportunity yet.

For help deciding which lingering listings are actually worth a second look, let’s connect.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

Open up a home search and you'll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer.

06/18/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

Has anyone taken the time to explain how much the market’s shifted? Or what it means for your move?

In 2021, nearly every major housing market in the country favored sellers. But now, only about 1 in 3 does.

And that changes the dynamics for you.

If you’re buying, you may have more negotiating power. If you’re selling, pricing and presentation matter.

But here's the catch, it's not the same story everywhere. Some markets are strongly in buyers' favor right now. Others? Sellers are still winning. It all depends on where you live.

That’s why you need a pro. A great agent knows which way our local market is leaning and how that can change everything about your strategy.

Want to know what's happening right here? Drop a comment or send me a message.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

06/18/2026

A Realty Reality Tip for Today

Is It Still a Seller's Market? Here's What the Data Says.

Right now, local markets are moving in very different directions. And your strategy as a buyer or seller should reflect your market.

Want to know which way our local market is leaning and what that means for your move? Let's connect.



We at BEARD Realty would love to hear from you. Call Shawn at (336)682-3224 to discuss all things Real Estate.

Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house? In many markets, those days are behind us.