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You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash. And if you lived through the crash back in 2008, seeing new construction is up again may feel a little scary. But here's what you need to remember: a lot of what you see online is designed to get clicks. So, you may not be getting the full story. A closer look at the data and a little expert insight can change your perspective completely. Why This Isn't Like 2008 While it's true the number of new homes on the market hit its highest level since the crash, that's not a reason to worry. That's because new builds are just one piece of the puzzle. They don't tell the full story of what's happening today. To get the real picture of how much inventory we have and how it compares to the surplus we saw back then, you've got to look at both new homes...

 

SW Florida Market Update - July 2025 What is the latest market information? What does it mean for you? ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ...

Trying to understand what lenders require can feel impossible. In fact, according to Fannie Mae , 90% of buyers either have no idea what credit score lenders are looking for or they overestimate the minimum needed. Let that sink in. Most homebuyers think they need better credit than they actually do. Could you be one of them? Maybe you believe buying a home is out of reach for you right now, even if it isn't. Let’s look at what the data really says about credit scores and homebuying. There's No One Magic Number There is no universal credit score you absolutely must reach before buying a home. In fact, there's much more flexibility than most people realize. This graph shows the median credit scores recent buyers actually had, and the types of home loans they were able to secure: Source: CFPB, Experian Here...

  Are you thinking about selling your home? In today's market, small mistakes 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 most common seller slip-ups, and how an agent can help you… Overpricing Your House It’s completely natural to want top dollar for your house, especially if you’ve put a lot of work into it. But in today’s shifting market, pricing it too high can backfire. Investopedia explains: “Setting a list price too high could mean your home struggles to attract buyers and stays on the market for longer. ” And your house sitting on the market for a long time could lead to price cuts that raise red flags. That’s why pricing your house right from the start matters. A great real estate agent will look at what other homes nearby have sold for, the condition of your house, and what’s happening in your market right now. That helps t...