Monthly Archives: October 2025
Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . .... Read More
Why Some Homes Sell Quickly – and Others Don’t Sell at All | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West REal Estate Co.
A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market. Listings are up almost 20% from this time last year. And in some areas, supply is even back to levels we last saw in 2017–2019. For sellers, that means... Read More
The Reason Homes Feel Like They Cost So Much (It’s Not What You Think) | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
Scroll through your feed and you’ll see plenty of finger-pointing about why homes cost so much. And according to a national survey, a lot of people believe big investors are to blame. Even though data shows that’s not true, nearly half of Americans surveyed (48%) think investors are the top reason housing feels so expensive... Read More
Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you dothis yearcould be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start prepping now. As Realtor.com says: “If you’re aiming to sell in... Read More
Is the Housing Market Going To Crash? Here’s What Experts Say | The Hornburg REal Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
If you’ve seen headlines or social posts calling for a housing crash, it’s easy to wonder if home values are about to take a hit. But here’s the simple truth. The data doesn’t point to a crash. It points to slow, continued growth. And sure, it’s going to vary by local area. Some markets will... Read More
The $280 Shift in Affordability Every Homebuyer Should Know | The Hornburg REal Estate Group at One West REal Estate Co.
If you paused your plans to move because of high rates or prices, it may finally be time to take a second look at your numbers. Affordability is improvingin 39 of the top 50 markets, according to First American. And that’s the 5th straight month where buying a home has started to get a little... Read More
2026 Housing Market Outlook | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same. More Homes Will Sell With all of the affordability challenges... Read More
Why More Buyers Are Turning to New Construction This Year | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
There’s a trend taking hold in real estate right now: more buyers are choosing newly built homes. And it’s not just about getting the latest technology or modern floorplans. It’s because they may be able to get a better deal. Builders are offering serious incentives today, and people are jumping on them.In fact,new home sales... Read More
Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
These days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house. Honestly, it’s more important than ever. Why? While you may want to list high just to see what happens, that’s a plan that can easily backfire, and it’s going to cost you in today’s market. And... Read More
Why Home Prices Aren’t Actually Flat | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
If you’ve been following real estate news lately, you’ve probably seen headlines saying home prices are flat. And at first glance, that sounds simple enough. But here’s the thing. The reality isn’t quite that straightforward. In most places, prices aren’t flat at all. What the Data Really Shows While we’ve definitely seen prices moderate from... Read More
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