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The Pricing Mistake That Could Cost You Your Sale

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 14, 2026 | Agent Value, For Sellers, Home Prices, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Most 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 price today. But here’s where...

What the Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t Telling You

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 13, 2026 | Equity, For Sellers, Foreclosures | 0 Comments

You've probably seen the headlines saying, "foreclosures are on the rise,” and maybe your mind jumped straight to 2008. That’s understandable. A lot of people remember that crash and all the foreclosures that happened during that window, and they’re hoping something...

Why Staging Your House Could Pay Off This Spring

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 11, 2026 | Agent Value, For Sellers, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Selling your house this season? You’ve probably heard you should stage it before it hits the market. But what does that really mean – and is it worth the effort?The short answer is “yes,” especially right now.With more houses for sale this year, you’re likely...

Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 7, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way. But some buyers are getting creative and finding a way to still make the numbers work – and that’s through co-buying.The Dream Is Still Alive. The Math Just Isn’t Working...

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 6, 2026 | Agent Value, For Sellers, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast. But the thing is, nationally, it’s taking a little longer to sell lately. And that slowdown can feel frustrating if you want a fast process. Here’s what you need to...

4 Ways To Give Your Offer an Edge This Spring

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 4, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Looking to buy a home this season? Here's what you should know. Buyers have more leverage today than they’ve had in years. There are more homes to choose from and, in many areas, sellers are more open to negotiation. But that doesn’t mean competition is gone...

Is Late May the Best Time To List Your House?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 30, 2026 | For Sellers, Home Prices, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

You may have heard April 12-18 was the “best week” to list your house. That’s based on a report from Realtor.com. But now that it’s passed, you may be wondering if you missed your moment.Here's the good news – you didn’t. Because the reality is, there isn’t just one...

Stay or Sell? How To Make the Right Call as You Age

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 29, 2026 | Agent Value, Downsize, For Sellers, Selling Tips, Senior Market | 0 Comments

At some point, as you start thinking about the years ahead, this question tends to come up:“Could I stay here long-term… or would it make more sense to move?”It’s not always urgent. It often shows up in small moments, like going up and down the stairs, keeping up with...

Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 27, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. And that’s a clear sign more buyers are trying to figure out what they really need to save before making a move (see graph below):If you’re wondering the same...

3 Things That Are Not Going To Happen in Today’s Housing Market

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 23, 2026 | For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

There’s a lot of uncertainty right now and that’s leading to some dramatic headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make you feel a little less sure about your decision.A recent study by CNBC asked homebuyers what they’re most worried about, and...