Welcome to The Stillwell Group Market Update. I’m Lee Stillwell. If you’re considering buying or selling residential real estate, it’s essential to understand the current market trends. According to Bright MLS, the marketplace for Great Falls, VA residential properties, here’s what happened in 2024 Vs. 2023: The number of sold listings increased by 2% to […]
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If you’ve searched for real estate in Washington, DC, over the last year or two, you’ve likely noticed a common trend: homes are scarce, and those available sells incredibly fast. This isn’t just a perception—data supports the reality of DC’s tight housing market. Below, we’ll explore key statistics comparing today’s housing inventory to pre-pandemic levels, […]
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The mortgage market in 2025 has become a rollercoaster of uncertainty. One day, interest rates drop as optimism grows about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. The next day, inflation reports remind everyone that borrowing costs might stay high for longer. This morning’s latest inflation data only added to the confusion, leaving homebuyers, refinancers, and real […]
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Welcome to The Stillwell Group Market Update, I’m Lee Stillwell. If you’re thinking about buying or selling residential real estate, it’s important to understand the current market trends. According to Bright MLS, the marketplace for Kensington, MD residential properties, here’s what happened in 2024 Vs 2023: The number of sold listings decreased by 3% to […]
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Welcome to The Stillwell Group Market Update, I’m Lee Stillwell. If you’re thinking about buying or selling residential real estate, it’s important to understand the current market trends. According to Bright MLS, the marketplace for North Bethesda, MD residential properties, here’s what happened 2024 Vs 2023: The number of sold listings increased by 49% to […]
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Welcome to The Stillwell Group Market Update, I’m Lee Stillwell. If you’re thinking about buying or selling residential real estate, it’s important to understand the current market trends. According to Bright MLS, the marketplace for Rockville, MD residential properties, here’s what happened in 2024 Vs 2023: The number of sold listings increased by 16% to […]
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Welcome to The Stillwell Group Market Update, I’m Lee Stillwell. If you’re thinking about buying or selling residential real estate, it’s important to understand the current market trends. According to Bright MLS, the marketplace for Gaithersburg, MD residential properties, here’s what happened in 2024 Vs 2023: The number of sold listings increased by 3% to […]
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As we look ahead to the Washington, D.C. housing market in 2025, one trend is becoming increasingly clear: homeowners who purchased their properties during the pandemic will likely make up a significant portion of those looking to sell. While the D.C. housing market has always seen its fair share of turnover, the unique circumstances surrounding […]
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When evaluating the real estate market, discussions often revolve around interest rates, inventory, and buyer demand. Yet, trade policies—particularly tariffs—can wield a significant, albeit less visible, influence on housing costs, inflation, and mortgage rates. The tariff-heavy trade strategy employed during the Trump administration provides a compelling example of how these policies ripple through the real […]
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Welcome to The Stillwell Group Market Update, I’m Lee Stillwell. If you’re thinking about buying or selling residential real estate, it’s important to understand the current market trends. According to Bright MLS, the marketplace for Rockville, MD residential properties, here’s what happened in November Vs October 2024: The number of sold listings decreased by 30% […]
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