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Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House

Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House

Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand picked up considerably once mortgage rates hit a new low for 2025. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that applications for home loans were up 23% compared to the first week of September last year. If you’ve been waiting to sell, or your listing...

Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will.

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 Realtor.com: “Homes are also taking longer to sell. The typical home spent 60 days on the market in August, seven days longer than last year and now...

Why 50% of Homes Are Selling for Under Asking and How To Avoid It

Why 50% of Homes Are Selling for Under Asking and How To Avoid It

If your selling strategy still assumes you’ll get multiple offers over asking, it’s officially time for a reset. That frenzied seller’s market is behind us. And here are the numbers to prove it.  From Frenzy to “Normal” Right now, about 50% of homes on the market are selling for less than their asking price, according to the latest data from Cotality. But that isn’t necessarily...

History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers

History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers

Now that the market is slowing down, homeowners who haven’t sold at the price they were hoping for are increasingly pulling their homes off the market. According to the latest data from Realtor.com, the number of homeowners taking their homes off the market is up 38% since the start of this year and 48% since the same time last June. For every 100 new listings in June, about 21 homes were taken off the...

More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead.

More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead.

When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. But according to the latest data from Redfin, that’s happening a bit more often lately. The good news is, it’s completely avoidable if you lean on an agent for insight into why that is and how to avoid it happening to you. This June, 15% of pending home sales fell through. That means those buyers...

What You Need To Know About Concessions - Infographic titled “What You Need to Know About Concessions” for home sellers. Highlights that more inventory means more competition, requiring sellers to be flexible. A line chart shows the percentage of sellers making concessions from 2019–2025, rising to nearly 45% in 2025. Defines seller concessions—covering closing costs, reducing the asking price, making repairs, or offering a home warranty. Pro tip advises treating concessions as tools, not tradeoffs, noting home prices are up 55% over the past 5 years, giving sellers room to negotiate. Includes real estate branding for Paul Garrison, JPAR® Real Estate, with contact info. Sources: Redfin, NAR, FHFA.

What You Need To Know About Concessions

Now that there are more homes for sale, buyers have more options. And sellers need to be more flexible to close the deal. That's why almost half of homeowners are making some type of concession. This can include covering closing costs, paying for repairs, or dropping the price. Not sure which concessions to offer? Let’s connect so you know what’s working for sellers in our...

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

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

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...

The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High

The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High

When 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 selective. If your price doesn’t line up with what else is out there, they’ll scroll right past it and go on to the next one. Pricing right from the start...

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House

Are you thinking about selling your house? Some common mistakes today can make the process more stressful or even cost you money. Fortunately, they’re easy to avoid, as long as you know what to watch for. Let’s break down the biggest seller slip-ups, and how an agent helps you steer clear of them. 1. Overpricing Your House It’s completely natural to want top dollar for your house,...

Infographic listing the top 5 reasons to hire a real estate agent when selling your home: 1) Deliver industry expertise, 2) Provide local market insights, 3) Price it right from the start, 4) Navigate the fine print with confidence, and 5) Have a pro negotiator in your corner. Includes branding for Paul Garrison, JPAR® Real Estate, with contact info and website.

Top 5 Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Agent When You Sell

The right agent doesn’t just list your house – they help you sell smarter, faster, and with fewer surprises. With an agent’s help, you’ll know what’s happening in your local market and how to price your house right. You’ll feel confident filling out complex legal documents and at the negotiation table. And that’s priceless. Let’s connect so you have that expertise on your...