Is It Still a Seller's Market? Here's What the Data Says.

A few years ago, sellers held nearly all the leverage in most housing markets. Buyers were offering well over asking price and waiving inspections just to get a shot at a home. In many parts of the country, that particular moment has passed. Nationally, more metro areas are shifting toward a more ba

Is Kansas City Still a Seller's Market? What the National Data and Local Picture Show

The national housing market has shifted from the extreme seller conditions of 2021 and 2022 — but whether that shift applies to Kansas City depends on where the city sits in the regional picture. The data places Kansas City on a specific side of that divide. Where the National Market Stands Accordin

Why Summer 2026 Is Still a Strong Season To Buy or Sell in Johnson County

The summer real estate season is historically the most active time of year for both buyers and sellers. More inventory comes to market. Buyers with firm timing deadlines close deals. National Association of Realtors data shows summer transactions consistently outperform fall and winter on key pricin

What the 2026 Mid-Year Housing Forecast Means for Johnson County

The national housing market forecast was revised in 2026. At the end of 2025, economists projected 4.5 million existing home sales for the year, mortgage rates declining toward 6%, and prices recovering momentum. The actual picture is different: rates are holding at 6.5%, the existing home sales for