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Keeping Up With The Market As It Unfolds



Happy Memorial Day!

Keeping Up With The Market As It Unfolds

Dear Friends,

I am sending along interesting facts and market trend surprises to keep you up to date on this ever changing real estate market.

Good wishes my friends,

Sandy

2026 Real Estate Outlook: What Leading Housing Economists Are Watching

Housing economists weigh in on the forces most likely to shape housing business in 2026—from mortgage rates and inventory to demographic and regional shifts.

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Considering the Pros and Cons of Building in a Subdivision versus Undeveloped Land

Building a new home is exciting. For many families, it represents the project of a lifetime. Some homeowners find designing a home within a developed suburban neighborhood an ideal solution, while others yearn to tame a rugged landscape and construct a house without limitations. 

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How to Prepare a House for Sale: A 10-Step Checklist

Selling a house does not begin with publishing a listing. It begins with preparing the property for the market. That is why proper home preparation directly affects both the speed of the sale and the final selling price.

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10 Easy Landscaping Ideas for First-Time Homeowners

Transforming your outdoor space doesn’t have to be overwhelming, especially if you’re new to landscaping. With a few simple ideas, you can create a beautiful and inviting yard that suits your style and needs. 

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9 Summer Menus to Inspire Your Next Dinner Party—and Wow Your Guests

Summer dinner party menus that include everything you need from starters and sides to mains and desserts.

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Rent or buy calculator

Is it the right time to buy? Try our rent or buy calculator to determine if buying or renting a home makes more financial sense.

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Current Market Loan Rates May 15, 2026

Tyler Oden

Mortgage Banker

NMLS # 659664

2121 Killarney Way, Suite D

Tallahassee, Florida 32309

tyler.oden@amerisbank.com

Office 850.294.6626

Cell 850.294.6626

Magnolia Properties & Investments

REALTOR

850.228.2000

sandybrownmagnolia@comcast.net

Sandy Brown