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

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 24, 2026 | Economy, Expired/Withdrawn/Canceled, For Buyers, For Sellers | 0 Comments

You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. And if that headline has you thinking, “Wait… is something bad about to happen?” You’re not alone.Because when people start stepping to the sidelines, it sounds like a...

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

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 22, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Open up a home search and you'll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer.Most buyers scroll right past them, assuming something’s wrong with the house. But that instinct could be costing you, since the longer a home sits, the...

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

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 18, 2026 | Agent Value, Buying Tips, For Buyers, For Sellers, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

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.While it’s going to vary by area, more metros are slowly...

Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here’s What the Experts Actually Expect.

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 17, 2026 | For Buyers, Forecasts, Home Prices | 0 Comments

One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.Some believe a crash is coming and they'll get a better deal if they hold off.Others worry they'll buy now and watch their home's value fall...

Should You Pay for Your Buyer’s Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know.

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 15, 2026 | For Sellers, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything. No repairs.No concessions.No negotiation.If buyers wanted the house, they pretty much had to take it on the seller's terms. But now that inventory’s grown, negotiations are becoming a...

Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 11, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down." While waiting sounds like a good plan, there's something worth knowing before you decide. Rates aren’t expected to change much,...

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 10, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices | 0 Comments

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news. Asking prices have started to come down.The typical seller listed their house for a median of $429,500 in May. That’s 2.4% lower than a year ago, according to...

Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 8, 2026 | Affordability, Agent Value, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Whether you're dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you're in, affordability is probably weighing on your mind. Home prices are still high in many markets, and even though things have improved a bit over the past...

What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 4, 2026 | Affordability, Economy, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.Inflation Went Up – Here’s...

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | June 3, 2026 | Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable.The truth is: a lot changed...