Summer 2026: Many Listings, and They Move Fast
Summer has arrived in Northern Michigan with plenty of listings. High interest rates may slow some buyers, but pre-approved and cash buyers are moving quickly, especially on homes under $350,000.
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Market updates and notes from Jim.
Spring 2026: A Market Finding Its Balance
Northern Michigan is stabilizing from its red-hot years into a more balanced but still competitive market. Waterfront demand stays strong, and entry-level homes under $350,000 sell quickly.
Fall 2025: Prices Are Coming Down
Homes that sat unsold all summer are dropping in price. Supply in Northwest Michigan is still large and rates are unlikely to fall soon, so now may be the time to negotiate.
Summer 2025: A Cool Start
A cool start to summer in both the weather and the market. With supply rising and interest rates holding well above the COVID years, prices may come down.
Hello 2025: Buying Through a Snowy Winter
A long snowy winter, just like they always were, and people are still buying beautiful homes under the snow cover because supply is so low.
Summer 2024: A Seller's Market Bound to Turn
Prices are up and sellers know this market is bound to turn. High interest rates should keep pushing things toward balance. Is it the right time for you to buy?
Spring 2024: Supply Is Thin, Sellers Are Watching
Since COVID the supply of new listings has depleted and only a few trickle in. With prices up, sellers who can are looking to sell before this seller's market turns.
Happy New Year 2024
Thank you to all our 2023 clients. High interest rates should keep righting the ship toward a more balanced market, and we are ready to help you find your Northern Michigan retreat this year.
Summer 2023: A Hot Season, a Cooler Market
Fewer listings and lower inventory are the new normal for 2023, but without the intense demand of 2020 through 2022. Tell us what you are looking for so we can move the moment a match appears.
Spring 2021 Northern Michigan Market Update
Spring has finally arrived in Northern Michigan. New listings are trickling in and selling fast. If you are serious about buying, contact us before you find something, not after.
