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Top 2026 Housing Markets for Buyers and Sellers

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

Who doesn’t love a top 10 list? Well, here are two top 10 lists for the housing market this year. But before you take a look, there’s something you should know.If a move is on your radar for 2026, here’s the most important thing you need to understand upfront: there isn’t one housing market this year – there are many.Experts agree 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most geographically split housing markets in years. Some areas are tilting in favor of sellers, while others are opening real doors for buyers. Who has the advantage depends almost entirely on where you are. Selma Hepp, Chief...

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You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking:What’s wrong with it?Why hasn’t anyone bought it yet?Am I missing something?That mindset made sense a few years ago. But in today’s market, you may actually miss out.More Time on Market Isn’t Automatically a Concern AnymoreA few years ago, homes sold in just a matter of days. Sometimes, hours. Anything that lingered longer than that raised concerns. But that’s no longer the baseline.Inventory has grown. Buyers have more choices. And homes are taking longer to sell...

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Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Mortgage Rates.

If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped their toes into the 5s – something that hasn’t happened in about 3 years.This moment marked a critical threshold. Now, rates are sitting in the low 6% territory. And expert forecasts project they’ll hover near this range throughout the year.Here’s why that’s so good for you. Why Current Rates Are Such a Big DealA mortgage rate doesn’t just affect the interest you end up paying on your home loan. It...

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Why Rising Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t a Red Flag for Today’s Housing Market

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

If you’ve seen headlines saying foreclosure activity has been climbing for 10 straight months, it’s easy to assume that’s a sign of trouble for the housing market. But when you look at the full picture, a few simple truths become clear:Today’s foreclosure numbers are in line with what’s considered normalHigh home equity is keeping most homeowners in a strong financial positionNone of the data points to a big wave of distressed sales that’ll crash the marketForeclosure Filings Are Up 32%, But That Doesn’t Mean the Market’s in TroubleIf you peel the layers all the way back, what...

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Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Featured, For Sellers, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Selling Tips.

Planning to sell this spring? While you may be tempted to hold off until the first blooms or the spring showers hit, that’s actually waiting too long to get started by today’s standards.Buyers have more options than they did a few years ago. So, it’s worth it to tackle repairs now and make sure your house is set up to stand out. Because you don’t want to be caught scrambling right before the spring rush. Or, running out of time to do the work your house really needs. The key is focusing on updates that actually matter. And that’s exactly where return-on-investment (ROI) data...

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Are Big Investors Really Buying Up All the Homes? Here’s the Truth.

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

It’s hard to scroll online lately without seeing some version of this claim:“Big investors are buying up all the homes.”And honestly, if you’re a homebuyer who’s lost out on a few offers, that idea probably sounds believable. When homes are expensive and competition is tight, it’s easy to assume giant companies are scooping everything up behind the scenes.But here’s the thing: what people assume is happening and what the data actually shows aren’t always the same.Let’s look at what’s really happening with large institutional investors in today’s housing market – because the numbers tell a...

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The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Featured, For Sale by Owner, For Sellers, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Price It Right/Overpricing, Selling Tips.

Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell without an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market.According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), those sellers agree pricing their home effectively was the hardest part of the process.Top 5 Most Difficult Task for Sellers Who Didn’t Use an Agent:Getting the price rightPreparing or fixing up the houseSelling within the desired time frameHandling all the legal documentsFinding the time to manage all aspects of the saleAnd that makes sense. Pricing isn’t as...

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The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Rent vs. Buy.

Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back.According to a Bankrate survey, 2 out of every 5 (42%) Americans believe you need excellent credit to qualify for a mortgage. That may be why, when renters are asked why they don’t own yet, “my credit isn’t good enough” comes up often.Maybe you’re in the same boat. You look at your score, see it’s not where you want it to be, and assume buying your first place just isn’t realistic right now.But...

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Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Featured, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Inventory, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Mortgage Rates.

Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest barrier standing between most people and their next move. And a lot of buyers and sellers have been holding their breath waiting for things to get better. The good news? It’s finally happening.In 2025, affordability was the best it’s been in 3 years. And experts agree the momentum will keep going in 2026. And that’s based on their analysis of the key factors shaping the housing market in the year ahead: mortgage rates, inventory, and home prices.Lower...

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Mortgage Programs for Business Owners

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Florida Keys Mortgage, Mortgage Florida Keys.

? Self-employed and business owners in Florida: Getting a mortgage can be tricky, right? Fidelity Home Group totally gets it, and they’ve got your back with tailored loan programs just for you. Whether you use bank statements, stated income, or profit & loss reports, there’s a plan designed to fit your unique business and lifestyle. Secure your dream home with confidence this winter season! ? Benefits: • Flexible income verification options • Programs for all property types in Florida • Expert guidance every step of the way Ready to learn more or start your journey? ?...

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