Land Home And Ranch Realty

A new lawsuit involving Compass, Zillow and Chicago-area MLS MRED is bringing even more attention to private listings, pre-marketing and how much access consumers should have to homes before they officially hit the market. At the heart of it all is a bigger conversation about transparency, cooperation and who controls listing visibility moving forward.

The housing market itself is still trying to find its footing. Existing home sales in April were mostly flat nationwide, but inventory is slowly improving and pending sales have started to pick up. Buyers are still out there, but they’re just taking a little longer and being more cautious before making a move.

Broader lifestyle trends are shaping housing decisions in new ways. A new report finds more Americans are considering moving abroad. Reasons include everything from affordability and healthcare costs to remote work and quality of life. It’s another reminder that where people choose to live today is about much more than just housing.

People don't just buy houses — they buy communities and a quality of life.

With today’s constantly shifting market — every property (homes, lot, acreage or ranch) is unique bringing its own unique opportunities and challenges — having a true real estate professional by your side matters more than ever.

Technology and AI may be changing many industries, but when it comes to buying or selling what is often your largest financial asset, experience, strategy, negotiation, and local market knowledge still make all the difference.

Whether you are buying, selling, or investing in residential, land, or ranch properties, don’t navigate this market alone. Reach out to me at Land Home And Ranch Realty. I would be honored to help guide you through the process and protect your investment every step of the way.

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10 Reasons Why The Wealthy Are Buying Homes?
There is a lot of chatter about the K-shaped housing market: the high end is buying lots, while the rest of the market is somewhat stagnant. Why is this happening?

1. The wealthy are wealthier than ever as they are invested in assets like stocks, companies, etc. Most are at record highs.
2. Yes, crypto is down dramatically, but it's still very elevated compared to 5 years ago and represents a small sliver of markets as a whole.
3. Bonus season is very strong with many banks and companies posting record profits.
4. The great $100-trillion-plus generational wealth transfer is accelerating, acting as a form of stimulus in the luxury markets.
5. Taxes are down, delivering more disposable income.
6. Many wealthy people who moved to lower tax states and countries increased their disposable income, not to mention lower rates on capital gains taxes on assets with elevated valuations.
7. In uncertain, turbulent times, homes offer an escape, a sanctuary, a reward for success. Homes offer an indulgence no stock can deliver.
8. Many wealthy individuals are viewing their homes like other investments, diversifying by owning two or more homes in different regions of the US....and countries.
9. Fear of tax policy shifts if there are political shifts. The wealthy are all being lumped together as one, and there is growing resentment towards them as if they are all the same, whether worth $5 million or $500 million. Isolating amongst your 'tribe' in a secure bubble-ized environment is a practical response.

And # 10....The last reason may be the most notable one of all: there is a growing fear that inflation may rise again: the US 10-year Treasury yield that drives mortgage rates can and often does rise as US debt grows. High debt levels increase the supply of Treasuries, requiring higher yields to attract investors, while also fueling inflation concerns and raising risks that push long-term rates upward. This dynamic is currently active, with yields hovering around 4%–4.5% despite Federal Reserve rate cuts, driven by ballooning deficits.

Real estate remains an outstanding hedge against inflation.