Headlines say housing is frozen. Our local data says otherwise. We break down what is actually happening in Henderson County and why more people are choosing to move even if it means giving up a three percent mortgage.
We start with the numbers: single family home sales are up roughly 10 percent year over year, inventory sits around a four and a half month supply, and the average price has eased only about 1.5 percent. That points to a still competitive seller’s market with more normal timing, not a collapse. We talk through days on market, how increased selection helps both buyers and sellers, and why national inventory returning to 2019 levels is good news for smart shoppers.
Then we dig into the human side. Jobs shift, families grow, priorities change—those five D’s (diplomas, diapers, divorce, downsizing, death) drive real estate decisions no matter the rate cycle. We explain how the lock in effect is easing, why fit can matter more than financing nostalgia, and how to think about moving when your current home no longer works. You will also hear key tax insights that protect your equity, including the 500,000 home sale exclusion window for surviving spouses, plus practical strategies for primary homes, investments, and 55 plus options.
We close with real listings and timely price improvements across a range of budgets, from a character filled farmhouse to low maintenance one level living and a value friendly retirement community option. If you need clarity on timing, pricing, or next steps, we are here to help with straight facts and a clear plan. Subscribe, share with a friend who is debating a move, and leave a review to tell us what topic you want next.
