Home Prices
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- Why Are Home Prices So High? 7 Key Factors Driving Housing CostsWhy are home prices so high? For buyers, rising prices can make saving for a down payment harder, while sellers face questions about affordability and demand…
- Missouri Average Home Price: Trends by City and Property TypeThe Missouri average home price offers a useful starting point, but it cannot capture the state’s full housing picture. Prices differ sharply among Kansas Ci…
- Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They’re AtYou’re scrolling through listings on your phone and everything looks good until you see the price (or the estimated monthly payment). Then you close the app. Because even if you love the house, the numbers feel impossible. But here’s the…
- The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right NowYou’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true, nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are. Some areas are still seeing…
- Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here’s What the Experts Actually Expect.One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down. And nobody wants to overpay or buy right before values drop. But here’s the question worth asking: What if the…
- Home Prices Are Rising in 71% of MarketsEven though you may be hearing talk about prices crashing online, it’s not true nationally. While some areas are seeing slight declines, prices are still going up in 71% of markets. That means the majority are seeing prices rise, not fall.…
- Price Cuts Get Bigger the Longer a House Sits Without OffersPricing your house high just to “see what happens” can cost you. Buyers today are quick to ignore overpriced homes. And the longer a house sits without any offers, the less it usually sells for. Want to know the right list price for your…
- Are Home Prices Going To Fall?It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?” With everything in the news, that concern makes some sense. No one wants to make a big financial decision at the wrong time. But here’s…
- The Pricing Mistake That Could Cost You Your SaleMost sellers come into the market with one number in mind. And it’s often the one that costs them the most. That’s their asking price. A survey from Realtor.com shows about 8 in 10 (80%) of sellers expect to sell at or above their asking…
- Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool YouSpend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices. You may even stumble onto social media influencers saying we’re headed for a crash. Let’s get you the…
- Are Home Prices Dropping? Here’s the Real Story.
- Home AffordabilityHome 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? Let’s chat!
- Home affordability is the best it’s been in 4 years.
- The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Sale
- Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest barrier standing between most people and their next move. And a lot of buyers and sellers have…
- If Your House Isn’t Selling It May Be Your Asking Price QuoteIf your house isn’t selling, it may be your price. The #1 reason homes aren’t bringing in offers today is because they’re priced too high for the current market, and that’s turning off buyers. But here’s the good news: you probably don’t…
- 1 in 5 Sellers Are Dropping Their Price TodayHave you heard? 1 in 5 sellers are dropping their asking price right now. And that opens the door for buyers like you to negotiate for a better price. You’ve got more leverage than you’ve had in years. Want to know which negotiation…
- Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your MoveThese days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house. Honestly, it’s more important than ever. Why? While you may want to list high just to see what happens, that’s a plan that can easily backfire,…
- Why Home Prices Aren’t Actually FlatIf you’ve been following real estate news lately, you’ve probably seen headlines saying home prices are flat. And at first glance, that sounds simple enough. But here’s the thing. The reality isn’t quite that straightforward. In most…
- 3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This FallFor the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too. And a number of people hit pause because it just didn’t feel possible. Maybe you were one of them. But…
- Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will.Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why. Let’s be real. Homes are taking a week longer to sell than they did a year ago. According to…
- Home Price Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025With all the headlines circulating recently, you may be wondering what’s next for home prices? Here’s what the expert forecasts say. Home prices are still forecast to rise nationally this year, just at a much slower pace. But price trends…
- The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too HighWhen selling your house, the price you choose isn’t just a number, it’s a strategy. And in today’s market, that strategy needs to be sharp. The number of homes for sale is climbing. And that means buyers have more choices and can be more…
- Home Price Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025With all the headlines circulating recently, you may be wondering what’s next for home prices? Here’s what the expert forecasts say. Home prices are still forecast to rise nationally this year, just at a much slower pace. But price trends…
- The 5-Year Rule for Home PricesIf recent home price headlines make you feeling worried, here’s some perspective. Home values almost always go up in the long run. And the long-term gains offset any short-term dips. Basically, if you plan to live there for 5 or more…
- The Truth About Where Home Prices Are HeadingThere are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what the experts project for home prices over the next 5 years. And…
- Price Reductions Are on the Rise MapThe market is shifting, and sellers who aren’t up to date are falling behind. But you don’t have to be one of them. Today, nearly 1 in 5 homeowners are reducing their asking price to try to draw buyers back in. And that’s what happens when…
- Why Your Home’s Asking Price Matters More TodayRoughly 1 in 5 sellers are dropping their asking price right now, and a lot of times it’s because they started too high to begin with. And in today’s more balanced market, buyers have more options and less patience for anything…
- The Five-Year Rule for Home Price PerspectiveHeadlines are saying home prices are starting to dip in some markets. And if you’re beginning to second guess your plans based on what you’re hearing in the media, here’s what you need to know. It’s true that a few metros are seeing slight…
- Home Projects That Boost ValueWhether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Your time, energy, and money matter, and not all upgrades offer the payoff you might expect. As U.S. News Real Estate explains:…
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