Market Updates

Sept. 19, 2025

Inventory Growth Varies by State

There's a split happening in the housing market right now. Some places are buyer friendly. And others are seller strong.

In some states, inventory has risen. That gives buyers more breathing room, more choices, and more negotiating power. But in others? Listings are still scarce, which means sellers are …

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Posted in Market Updates
Sept. 17, 2025

Most Virginia Beach Homeowners Wish They’d Sold Sooner

79% of homeowners surveyed regret waiting to sell. If you’ve been holding off, take this as your sign. Don’t let “I wish I sold sooner” become part of your story. #SellingTips #HomeforSale #KeepingCurrentMatters

Posted in Market Updates, Selling
Sept. 4, 2025

Virginia Beach Home Builder Incentives Reach 5-Year High

Even with more homes on the market right now, some buyers are still having a tough time finding the right one at the right price. Maybe the layout feels off. Maybe it still needs some updating. Or maybe it’s just more of the same.

That’s why more buyers are turning …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates
Aug. 28, 2025

What Everyone’s Getting Wrong About the Rise in New Home Inventory



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 …

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Aug. 18, 2025

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff



Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to their lowest point so far this year (6.55%).

While …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates
Aug. 7, 2025

A Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Retirement Plan



Are you wondering if you’re on track to retire someday?

According to Intuit, 69% of people say today’s financial environment makes it tough to plan for the future, and 68% aren’t sure they’ll ever be able to retire. That’s why many people are exploring new ways to build stability and …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates
Aug. 1, 2025

Virginia Beach Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025



If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts suggest for the rest of 2025 – and what these shifts could mean for you.

Will Home Prices Fall?

Many …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates
July 29, 2025

The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See



Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So, before you jump to conclusions …

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Posted in Market Updates
July 25, 2025

The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

If you’re tempted to delay your move in hope that mortgage rates will come down, you may want to rethink that strategy based on the latest forecast. Experts say mortgage rates are projected to stay in the 6s this year. So don’t expect a big drop. If you want to …

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Posted in Market Updates
July 17, 2025

Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Virginia Beach Homebuyers



Over the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. Between rapidly rising home prices and higher mortgage rates, many have felt stuck between a rock and a hard place.

But, something pretty encouraging is happening. While affordability is still tight, mortgage rates have shown signs of …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates