Mike Wistrick

Most people assume the real estate market slows down in December. Holidays, travel, and end-of-year distractions make it feel like the perfect time for buyers and sellers to hit pause. But here is the truth: the Atlanta market is actually picking up right now, and the smart buyers and sellers are taking advantage of it. Here is why. 1. Serious buyers are out, and they are motivated. The casual shoppers fade away in December, which means the people still touring homes are the ones ready to...

Here’s why: Realtors and sellers have been too slow to pivot. Many are still basing list prices on homes that closed six or more months ago. For the listings that are just sitting, chances are their prices are still tied to the previous  market, not the one we’re in today. We’re now in a very different market with far more homes available to buyers. And as inventory rises, prices naturally soften and days on market increase. That’s basic supply and demand. Why Sellers Are Struggling...

Is the Home That Once Served You Now Holding You Back? Has your (or your parents’) home become too much to manage? Are stairs a daily...