With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking this is a housing bubble. It’s only natural for those thoughts to creep in that make you think it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. But the good news is, there’s concrete data to show why this is nothing like the last time.

Over the past two years, the substantial imbalance of low housing supply and high buyer demand pushed home sales and buyer competition to new heights. But this year, things are shifting as supply and demand reach an inflection point.

The graph below helps tell the story of just how different things are today.

Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning your plans to sell your house? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s still a sellers’ market even during the cooldown.

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The housing market is rapidly changing from the peak frenzy it saw over the past two years. That means you probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling this fall.

To help you make a confident decision, lean on the professionals for insights. Here are a few things experts are saying about the fall housing market.

As you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely top of mind. But you may still have questions about the process, including how much to save and where to start.

If that sounds like you, your down payment could be more in reach than you originally thought. Here’s why.

The 20% Down Payment Myth

If you believe you have to put 20% down on a home, you may have based your goal on a common misconception. Freddie Mac explains:

Today’s housing market is different than it was just a few months ago. And if you’re thinking about selling your house, that may leave you wondering what you need to do differently as a result. The answer is simple. Taking the time upfront to prep your house appropriately and create a solid plan can help bring in the greatest return on your investment.

Here are a few simple tips to make sure you maximize the sale of your house this fall.

185 Knob Hill Lane, Hayesville, NC

MLS# 319460 | Virtual Tour

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500 Old Hwy. 64 E, Hayesville, NC

MLS# 319815 | 3-D Virtual Tour

Kitchen open to Living room with a gas log fireplace. 2 bedrooms & 2 baths on the main level. Master with walk-in closet. Master bath with walk-in shower. Nice wood floors throughout. Finished basement with a kitchenette, large family room, bedroom, and a full bath with a walk-in shower. Spacious storage room. Metal building for workshop, RV, or Boat storage with a wood-burning stove and pull-down door. Community lake access and boat ramp are just a short walk down the road. FIBER OPTIC internet! Close to town, dining & great hospitals! Come enjoy the easy life in the mountains!