🎄 December Holiday Market Update

As we move into the heart of the holiday season, the real estate market is showing its usual seasonal slowdown—with a twist. Inventory has dipped a bit as many homeowners wait until after the holidays to list, but prices are still on the rise. In fact, the median sales price increased 1.7% from last month.

Even better news for buyers and sellers alike: mortgage rates have finally dipped below 6%, leading to a surge in mortgage applications. And last month, 60% of all home sales included seller concessions, giving buyers more negotiating power than we’ve seen in a while.

 

🎁 What It Means for Sellers

Lower interest rates tend to bring more buyers into the market—just in time for the New Year. If you’ve been thinking about upsizing or downsizing, the improving affordability gives many homeowners the motivation to “unwrap” their next move.
With less competition during the holiday season, well-priced homes can still shine brightly and attract serious buyers.

 

What It Means for Buyers
This December may be the perfect moment to make your move. Seller concessions are becoming the norm, which means you may be able to buy down your interest rate—often with the seller footing the bill.

Plus, it’s fiscal year-end for many home builders, and they’re offering generous incentives to close out the year strong. Think rate buydowns, price reductions, and upgrades—almost like a holiday sale on new construction.

 

Whether you’re planning to buy or sell, the holidays may offer more advantages than you’d expect.

November Market Update: What’s Really Happening with Home Prices

You might be surprised—Las Vegas home prices have barely budged despite all the doom and gloom you see on the news.

Buyers are being told they can scoop up homes with low-ball offers, but that’s only true if they happen to find a very motivated seller.

Most homeowners aren’t willing to give their property away, and the homes offering the biggest discounts are often the ones buyers don’t want in the first place. That is one of the biggest reasons we are stuck in a stagnant market. Sellers are holding firm on their prices and buyers are not willing to pay.

We are slowly starting to see interest rates drop and that should get the market moving. We shall see. 

Don't be discouraged. What I do know is that homes that are in a great condition and priced well are still selling within 30 days, sometimes with multiple offers. 

2025 has been anything but... 

..ordinary. So far, it's been quite the rollercoaster ride, but I've got some insights to share. The year kicked off strong with a spike in February, fueled by a dip in interest rates. We thought the Spring market came early, but like any good rollercoaster, there were a few twists and turns. 

 

Economic uncertainty threw a curveball, causing buyers to take a step down and get back on the fence. Interest rates moved back up and have stayed there with little change.

 

Despite that, home values are holding strong. Active buyers remain in the game with seller concessions becoming the norm rather than the exception.

 

Now, as we cruise into the warmer months there may be opportunities if the inventory keeps increasing. If you're thinking about jumping into the game, now might just be the perfect time to make your move. 

 

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