Posts by Michelle Davis
Local housing market turns lethargic in October
Tri-Cities home prices were at a five-month low in October but sustained both an annual and 10-month gain. Sales dropped 3.5% below where they were last year, and the 10-month…
Read MoreMarket has turned the corner on rebuilding inventory
It’s been a slow slog that isn’t over yet, but the Tri-Cities regional housing market has arguably turned the corner on inventory restoration. Currently, the region has a little over…
Read MoreVeterans home buyers have earned extra support, benefits
Saturday, Nov. 11, is set aside to honor veterans, past and present. Veterans are an important part of the local population and of the local housing economy. Although the Census…
Read MoreBuying a flip can be a smart move if….
There’s no way around the fact that things are tough for a first-time homebuyer or someone shopping the affordable market. And yes, there are affordable home out there. In fact,…
Read MoreNETAR and Realtors® spring into action to help Helene victims
By MICHELLE DAVIS The local effects of Hurricane Helene are still being sorted out. It will be that way for a while because Helene was the deadliest mainland US hurricane…
Read MoreRealtors have important business-to-business roll in economy
Would it surprise you to know that the number of local Realtors® constitutes one of the largest employment groups in the Tri-Cities region? A pretty good measure is the Northeast…
Read MoreNow is the time to set up a killer lawn for the 2025 selling season
Fall isn’t here yet, but early morning and evenings are feeling better with a light sweater. And crowds are already gathering for Friday night high school football. Fall is just…
Read MoreDon’t look now, but creepy, crawler things are looking at your home
Stadium lights are again lighting up Friday nights. It’s that time of the year when football is king, and children – both little and big – are prepping for Halloween.…
Read MoreRemodeling or upgrading, Realtors offer insights
Not long ago, this column explored the economic impact of real estate on local economies. Of particular interest was the segment on how much furniture and remodeling fit into the…
Read MoreStage Set for Some Late Housing Market Changes
One month into the third quarter and for some, it seems like real estate has turned upside down. New standards and regulations are in effect after the Aug. 17 deadline.…
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