The housing market is demonstrating remarkable resilience, largely thanks to several powerful demographic currents. Let’s delve into these factors and explore their implications for the future of homeownership. 1. Millennials and Gen Z: The Rise of Young Buyers Millennials (born 1981-1996) and Gen Z (born 1997-2012), the largest generations in history, are entering their prime […]
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Super Bowl LIX: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Super Bowl LIX: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles Tale of Two Markets (Real Estate Edition) Category Kansas City Chiefs Philadelphia Eagles Market Value Index 39 (Advantage Seller) 33 (Balanced Market) Home Prices Median List Price: $235,000 Median List Price: $259,900 Speed of Sales Median Days on Market: 84 Median Days on Market: 98 Inventory […]
Inman Connect NY 2025: A Glimmer of Hope and a Call to Action
Just back from Inman Connect New York 2025, and wow, what a whirlwind! This year’s event felt different. The shadow of the 2024 antitrust lawsuits seems to be lifting, replaced by a sense of cautious optimism. While challenges undoubtedly remain, the conversations buzzed with potential opportunities for real estate professionals. Hot Topics Dominated the Conversation: […]
Mining Gold From Your Mind: The Power of Intentional Thinking
Napoleon Hill, the author of “Think and Grow Rich,” famously stated, “More gold has been mined from the thoughts of men than has ever been taken from the earth.” This statement underscores the immense potential that lies within our minds. By cultivating a habit of intentional and productive thinking, we can unlock a wealth of […]
From Track to Triumph: The Collaborative Power Behind Nike
The story of Nike isn’t just about shoes; it’s a story about the power of mindset, game plan, skills and tools combined with some collaboration and accountability Four Elements To Create Any Outcome Mindset, Game Plan, Skills, Tools Phil Knight, a middle-distance runner at the University of Oregon, held a unique mindset that set him […]
Navigating Today’s Real Estate Market: A Guide for Real Estate Professionals
Market data as of January 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. Today’s market is tough on everyone: buyers, sellers and agents. Affordability is stretched and uncertainty is high. But people still need a place to call home, and that never changes. What Clients Are Worried About […]
Seize the Season: Your 2025 Blueprint
The new year is a time for reflection and renewal. By strategically investing your time and effort now, you can set the stage for a thriving real estate business in 2025. Here’s how to get started: 1. Sharpen Your Marketing Edge: Audit and Analyze: Conduct a thorough review of your current marketing efforts. Identify what’s […]
The Next 2 Years?
Market data as of November 2024. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. My acquaintance Lawrence Yun posted some stats about the next two years a while ago. I’ve updated those stats below. An interesting way to think about the next 24 months: Think about it: New Beginnings: […]
Your System?
Saturday thinking… “A business system will produce what a business system will produce. Nothing less, nothing more.” Not happy with your results, month to date or year to date? Look at your systems and adjust, tweak, and innovate until you get the results you desire and deserve. Then rinse, lather, and repeat. Be hard on […]
The Great Stay, Why Homeowners Are Staying Put
Market data as of October 2024. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. The Great Stay, Why Homeowners Are Staying Put For our recruiting and attracting clients, the future is bright for agent growth. As my business partner Ben Hess, a sailor, says: “fair winds and following seas:” […]