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You've probably heard that mortgage debt in America just hit an all-time high. And that's true.
But here's what the headline leaves out.
Equity is also near an all-time high. And at $34.1 trillion, it's more than double the $14.4 trillion in debt.
That's a good thing. It means most homeowners own far more than they…
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Nearly 40% of potential sellers say they're planning to offer concessions this year – up from 30% in 2025.
That increase means you could see more flexibility on things like sellers covering your closing costs, adjusting the price, or making repairs.
But what’s worth asking for and what’s a long shot will vary dependi…
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Do you collect everything? #phillyrealtor #junk #collectibles
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“What if I buy… and home prices go down?” It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now.
And honestly, with everything in the news lately, it's easy to see where that's coming from.
No one wants to make a big financial decision at the wrong time.
But here’s the part buyers need to see.
When you look …
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It’s everywhere from entry level homes to luxury properties. You can throw out your Smurfs Slurpee cup from the. 80s. Can everyone be a little cleaner? #slobs #phillyrealtor #hoarders
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80% of homeowners still expect to get their asking price or more when they sell. But right now, only about 40% actually do.
That might sound surprising, but it’s not. It’s normal.
The issue is where those outdating pricing expectations are coming from.
Some sellers are still pricing high just to “see what happens.” …
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The moment when you stop caring what anyone on social media says is when you start having success with it. If you have a heartbeat there is no reason why you can’t make at least 1000 dollars a month on social media. Everyone is either scared or just got out lazy. Right? #phillyrealtor #lilsnuff #phillyinfluencer
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Foreclosures are up, but don't panic.
Yes, filings have risen over the past year. But zoom out and look at the full picture.
We're still below historical norms – and nowhere near levels seen around 2008.
This isn't a crash. It's the market returning to normal after foreclosures were artificially low during the pand…
topphillyrealtor
You've probably heard that mortgage debt in America just hit an all-time high. And that's true.
But here's what the headline leaves out.
Equity is also near an all-time high. And at $34.1 trillion, it's more than double the $14.4 trillion in debt.
That's a good thing. It means most homeowners own far more than they owe. So, they have a real financial cushion right now.
That’s something homeowners didn’t have during the crash of 2008. Back then, people owed more than their homes were worth. Today, it’s just the opposite.
Homeowners are in a much better position, and the housing market is on stronger footing than the headlines suggest.
#RealEstate #HousingMarket
#philadelphia #phillyrealtor #philadelphiarealestate
topphillyrealtor
Nearly 40% of potential sellers say they're planning to offer concessions this year – up from 30% in 2025.
That increase means you could see more flexibility on things like sellers covering your closing costs, adjusting the price, or making repairs.
But what’s worth asking for and what’s a long shot will vary depending on where you’re looking. That’s where I can help.
DM me and let's talk about what concessions make sense in our market. Because, for buyers, the right ask could save you thousands.
#HomebuyingTips #HousingMarket
#philadelphia #phillyrealtor #philadelphiarealestate
Less is more 😌
topphillyrealtor
“What if I buy… and home prices go down?” It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now.
And honestly, with everything in the news lately, it's easy to see where that's coming from.
No one wants to make a big financial decision at the wrong time.
But here’s the part buyers need to see.
When you look at home prices over the last several decades, data proves prices usually go up, not down.
Yes, there are a few dips in there. But they’re typically small and short-lived. So, while a few markets are seeing slight declines right now, the bigger trend is clear.
Over time, home prices almost always rise.
That’s why buying a home is generally considered a safe long-term investment (especially if you plan to live there for 5+ years).
So, try not to get too caught up in what might happen with home prices next month or next year. Focus on the bigger picture.
Want to talk through what prices are doing in our market? Send over a DM.
#HomePrices #HomePriceAppreciation
#philadelphia #phillyrealtor #philadelphiarealestate
topphillyrealtor
It’s everywhere from entry level homes to luxury properties. You can throw out your Smurfs Slurpee cup from the. 80s. Can everyone be a little cleaner? #slobs #phillyrealtor #hoarders
It really does show up at every price point, always surprising to see. Makes you appreciate the listings that are actually well cared for.
@thestephscott you can’t even imagine how many i help haul junk away. It’s not a secret they know it. This was humor though smile
When I listed my house it was during covid so I had to stage my house by myself so it could be photographed. I cleaned my house top to bottom. I rented a storage space and packed up all my family photos and keep sakes. I also cleaned out all my closets and made numerous trips to goodwill and the trash dumpster.
My house sold in one day 😌
@tds_koz it’s definitely a job but that’s amazing. The Covid area was amazing for sales
topphillyrealtor
80% of homeowners still expect to get their asking price or more when they sell. But right now, only about 40% actually do.
That might sound surprising, but it’s not. It’s normal.
The issue is where those outdating pricing expectations are coming from.
Some sellers are still pricing high just to “see what happens.” And that strategy doesn’t work now that inventory has grown.
When a house is priced above where it should be today, buyers don’t negotiate. They move on to other options.
That’s when homes sit, and sellers have to slash prices – sometimes below what they could’ve gotten if they’d just priced right from the start.
That’s why the sellers getting the best results right now are doing something different.
They’re pricing at (or even slightly below) market value from day 1. Because that’s what creates demand early and puts you in a position to sell faster… and potentially for more.
So don’t price based on the past. Price for today’s market.
If you want to be part of the forty percent with a winning strategy, DM me.
#HomePrices #SellingTips
#philadelphia #phillyrealtor #philadelphiarealestate
topphillyrealtor
The moment when you stop caring what anyone on social media says is when you start having success with it. If you have a heartbeat there is no reason why you can’t make at least 1000 dollars a month on social media. Everyone is either scared or just got out lazy. Right? #phillyrealtor #lilsnuff #phillyinfluencer
topphillyrealtor
Foreclosures are up, but don't panic.
Yes, filings have risen over the past year. But zoom out and look at the full picture.
We're still below historical norms – and nowhere near levels seen around 2008.
This isn't a crash. It's the market returning to normal after foreclosures were artificially low during the pandemic.
And here's something else worth knowing. These are filings. Not all of them will actually turn into completed foreclosures.
If you've been hearing a lot about this lately and want to make sense of what it means, drop a comment or send me a DM. Happy to talk it through.
#RealEstate #Foreclosure
#philadelphia #phillyrealtor #philadelphiarealestate