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February 17, 2026

Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026

From our friends at the kcm blog After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year. And depending on where you live, that’s opening up your options in a meaningful way. According to Realtor.com, the number of homes available for sale in January was the highest it’s been since 2020. Here’s why that’s such a big deal. Getting back to pre-pandemic levels signals a slow and steady return to what’s typical: Now, it’s worth noting, nationally we’re not there yet – and having more inventory improving won’t suddenly “fix” the market. But the growth we’ve seen lately still changes how competitive the...

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January 19, 2026

Selling

The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent

From our friends at the kcm blog Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell without an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market. According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), those sellers agree pricing their home effectively was the hardest part of the process. Top 5 Most Difficult Task for Sellers Who Didn’t Use an Agent: Getting the price right Preparing or fixing up the house Selling within the desired time frame Handling all the legal documents Finding the time to manage all aspects of the sale And that makes sense. Pricing isn’t as simple as picking a number from an online estimate...

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January 5, 2026

Buying, Selling

Reasons To Be Optimistic About the 2026 Housing Market

From our friends at the kcm blog If a move is on your radar for 2026, there’s a lot more working in your favor than there has been in a while. After a stretch where many people felt stuck, 2026 is shaping up to be a year with more balance, more options, and more clarity for people who want to make a move. Not because the market is suddenly “easy,” but because several key conditions are shifting. Here’s what the experts are saying you have to look forward to. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com: “After a challenging period for buyers, sellers and renters, 2026 should offer a welcome, if modest, step toward a...

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December 10, 2025

Selling

Why Selling Your House This Winter Gives You an Edge

From our friends at the kcm blog Spring gets all the attention, but it’s not always the best time to sell a house. Yes, more buyers show up, but so do a lot of other sellers. Winter is different. With fewer homes on the market, your house has a much better chance of standing out. And that one advantage can make a big difference. Winter Is When Your Listing Stands Out History shows the number of homes for sale tends to drop during the winter months. It’s a trend that’s predictable almost every year. Data from Realtor.com shows this pattern clearly. Inventory dips in the winter (the green circles in the graph below), then climbs again...

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August 27, 2025

Buying

From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

From our friends at the kcm blog If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy. Homes were listed one day and gone the next. Sometimes it only took hours. You had to drop everything to go and see the house, and if you hesitated even slightly, someone else swooped in and bought it – sometimes even sight unseen. That kind of intensity pushed a lot of buyers to the sidelines. It was stressful, chaotic, and for many, really discouraging. But here’s what you need to know: those days are behind us. Today’s market is moving slower, in the best possible way. And that’s creating...

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August 7, 2025

Selling

Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think

From our friends at the kcm blog Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But here’s the hard truth. Last year, homes that sold with an agent went for almost 15% more than those that sold without one. That gap is pretty hard to ignore. And with more homes on the market to compete with right now, selling on your own is a mistake that’s going to cost you. This Isn’t the Market for DIY Selling A few years ago, you might’ve gotten away with a “For Sale By Owner” (FSBO) sign in your yard, navigating the process on your own. That’s because homes were flying off the...

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April 30, 2025

Buying

Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House

From our friends at the kcm blog According to Realtor.com, the best week to list your house this year was April 13–19. And since that week has come and gone, you might be wondering: did I miss my chance? Not at all – and here’s why. That’s just one source’s take, based on their own research. Other organizations run similar studies. And since different places use different methodologies for their research, sometimes the results vary too – and that’s actually good news for you. According to Zillow, the best time to list your house is still ahead. The latest research from Zillow says sellers who list their homes in late May tend to see higher sale prices based...

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April 1, 2025

Buying, Selling

Here’s What a Recession Could Mean for the Housing Market

From our friends at the kcm blog Recession talk is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. And that leaves people wondering what would happen to the housing market if we do go into a recession. Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in housing for each recession going all the way back to the 1980s. A Recession Doesn’t Mean Home Prices Will Fall Many people think that if a recession hits, home prices will fall like they did in 2008. But that was an exception, not the rule. It was the only time we saw such a steep...

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March 18, 2025

Buying

Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous

From our friends at the kcm blog Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming. It’s a big step, and with that comes plenty of questions. Am I making the right decision? Can I really afford this right now? Will I be able to make ends meet if I have unexpected repairs? What if I lose my job? Here’s the thing: every first-time homebuyer has these thoughts. The homebuying process has always been a mix of excitement and nerves, and that’s completely normal. Here’s some information that can give you a bit of perspective, so you don’t have these concerns. Focus on What You Can...

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February 13, 2025

Selling

The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

From our friends at the kcm blog Spring is the busiest season in the housing market. It’s the time of year when buyers are most active – that means it’s when homes sell faster and for top dollar. If you’ve already got a move on your mind, why not list this spring and take advantage of the added buyer demand? Since spring is just around the corner, now’s the time to start getting your house market-ready. You’ve got just over a month to do the prep work. And while that may sound like a decent amount of time, it’s going to go by quickly. And you won’t want to rush...

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Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026

The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent

Reasons To Be Optimistic About the 2026 Housing Market

Why Selling Your House This Winter Gives You an Edge

From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think

Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House

Here’s What a Recession Could Mean for the Housing Market

Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous

The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

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