We made it through the craziness of 2022 and we are just starting 2023.  We all know that the market was super hot until the mortgage rates soared over 6% and on their way to 7%.  The rates have since come down but most in the financial market believe the rates are going to continue to bounce up and down depending on fear or confidence.  That creates uncertainty for both buyers and sellers. Time will tell how the year will unfold but either way we know that we better be prepared to go with the swings it will have. If you are considering selling you will need to price your home properly (based on facts not feelings or what you need), make sure it’s in great condition and be open to some buyer demands.  The sellers that do that should be able to accomplish the sale of their home and move on with the next phase of their lives.  Buyers will need to be realistic in what they can afford and if it’s their first home and not their forever home they will need to be willing to compromise all their “wants” and focus on what their actual “needs” are for their home. Knowing that they will be able to sell and move to their dream home in 3-5 years or use their first home as a rental and start creating wealth in real estate.  Either way it’s all about being realistic. If you have any questions regarding the current real estate market with regards to buying or selling a home give me a call 843-900-4692!