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Are Home Prices Going to Fall?

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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 whats important to know. You don't want to get hung up on the few places seeing slight declines right now. When you zoom out and look at the full picture, home prices usually rise over time. What the Data Really Shows Take a look at the visual below. It uses data from Case-Shiller and Bilello to show how home prices have changed year by year going all the way back to the 1950s. Here's the key takeaway. Outside of the housing crash, home prices have either held steady or increased in just about every year for decades. (see visual below) Source: S...

The Pricing Mistake That Could Cost You Your Sale

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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 things get interesting. In reality, only about 4 out of every 10 (roughly 40%) actually do. That's a big gap. And it's where a lot of sellers get caught off guard. So, why the disconnect? And how can you set yourself up to be one of the 4 in 10 that get top dollar? Let's break it down. What Should You Really Expect To Get for Your House? That 40% may sound low at first, but it's not. If you look back to the last typical year for the housing market (2019), what we're really seeing is a return to what's normal (see chart b...

SW Florida Market Update - April 2026

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Whether you're considering the purchase of your first home or the sale of your fifth, navigating the real estate market is a daunting task. But does it need to be? Not if you have a capable and dedicated agent at your side! As a seasoned professional, I have the skills and experience to help you realize your goals. I provide stellar customer service so you can move forward with total confidence. When you have chosen me as your agent, you will have chosen the wealth of resources I bring with me. Verna "V" Regler 239.671.7279   ...

SW Florida Market Update - March 2026

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Whether you're considering the purchase of your first home or the sale of your fifth, navigating the real estate market is a daunting task. But does it need to be? Not if you have a capable and dedicated agent at your side! As a seasoned professional, I have the skills and experience to help you realize your goals. I provide stellar customer service so you can move forward with total confidence. When you have chosen me as your agent, you will have chosen the wealth of resources I bring with me. Verna "V" Regler 239.671.7279   ...

SW Florida Market Update - February 2026

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Whether you're considering the purchase of your first home or the sale of your fifth, navigating the real estate market is a daunting task. But does it need to be? Not if you have a capable and dedicated agent at your side! As a seasoned professional, I have the skills and experience to help you realize your goals. I provide stellar customer service so you can move forward with total confidence. When you have chosen me as your agent, you will have chosen the wealth of resources I bring with me. Verna "V" Regler 239.671.7279   ...

Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026...

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Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026... ...And How To Avoid Them Selling your house is absolutely possible, even in this market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), roughly 11,000 homes sell every day in this country. The sellers who struggle are usually approaching today's market with yesterday's expectations. Here are the three biggest mistakes they're making - and how to avoid them. Pricing Based on What Their Neighbor Got a Few Years Back Setting your price is the most important decision you make when you sell - and the one that's most often mishandled. Realtor.com data shows almost 1 out of 5 sellers in 2025 had to drop their price. Here's what those sellers wen...

How The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Sale

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There's one decision you're going to make when you sell that determines whether your house sells quickly, or it sits. Whether buyers make an offer, or scroll past it. Whether you walk away with the maximum return, or you end up cutting the price later. And that's your asking price . The #1 Mistake Sellers Make Today: Trusting the Wrong Number If you're thinking of moving and trying to figure out what your house may sell for, it's tempting to start with an online home value tool. They're fast, free, and easy. And you don't have to talk to anyone. But here's the problem: they don't know your house . And that can be a bigger drawback than you realize. Where Online Estimates Fall Short Online tools often lag behind the market. They look in the rearview mirror, relying on closed sales and delayed info...

SW Florida Market Update - January 2026

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Whether you're considering the purchase of your first home or the sale of your fifth, navigating the real estate market is a daunting task. But does it need to be? Not if you have a capable and dedicated agent at your side! As a seasoned professional, I have the skills and experience to help you realize your goals. I provide stellar customer service so you can move forward with total confidence. When you have chosen me as your agent, you will have chosen the wealth of resources I bring with me. Verna "V" Regler 239.671.7279   ...

Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

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Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn't some distant idea anymore. It's starting to feel very real. If you're considering retiring soon too, here's what you should be thinking about. According to Realtor.com and the Census , nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every day for the next two years . And the latest data shows as many as 15% of those older Americans are planning to retire in 2026. And another 23% will do the same in 2027. Why Downsize? Now's the perfect time to reflect on what you want your life to look like in retirement. Because even though your finances will be going through a big change, you don't necessarily want to feel like you're living with ...