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Greetings! February 2026 brought a steady and encouraging start to the market, with mortgage interest rates holding relatively stable compared to January. This consistency helped fuel buyer confidence, leading to an increase in pre-approvals, showings, and overall demand. While new listings did rise slightly as we move toward the spring market, inventory remains below typical levels, continuing to keep pressure on home prices and competition for well-priced properties. Overall, February showed a balanced but active market, setting the stage for a busy spring season. Thank you for staying connected and for trusting me to keep you informed as conditions continue to shift.   Noel A. Dedrick, Realtor®, SFR Broker | Owner | REALTOR Dedrick Homes www.dedrickhomes.com   How Agents Can Help Pinpoint the ‘Best Time to Sell’ in 2026 For home sellers hoping to “time” the market, April 12-18 may offer the best opportunity in 2026, according to a newly released report by NAR REALTOR® What’s so Special about April 12-18? Click here!   If you or someone you know is considering a move, I'd welcome the opportunity to provide assistance. As your local real estate expert, I am always happy to provide an updated market analysis for your property or do a search for the new home you've been dreaming about.     CLICK HERE FOR MY CURRENT LISTING From the METRO MLS The February housing market in the Milwaukee metro area showed modest price growth and increased inventory compared to a year ago. Homes spent a median of 38 days on the market, slightly longer than last year, suggesting the market remains active but is gradually balancing as inventory grows.   Find in-depth statistics on the Febuary market conditions by clicking below: Monthly Metrics  Housing Supply Overview  Washington Cty Update  West Bend Update    THANK YOU... for your continued interest in my e-newsletter! I hope you found this month's issue beneficial. Email Me    Visit My Website  See what's happening on my social sites:        

Greetings! As we move into February 2026 here in southeast Wisconsin, the early numbers are giving us a clearer read on how the year is shaping up. Interest rates have held close to their January levels, which has led to a noticeable uptick in pre‑approvals and buyer inquiries across Washington, Ozaukee, Waukesha, and Milwaukee counties. New listings are beginning their typical first‑quarter rise, but inventory is still below long‑term averages—keeping well‑priced homes competitive and days‑on‑market relatively tight. Thank you for staying connected and for trusting me to keep you informed as conditions continue to shift.   Noel A. Dedrick, Realtor®, SFR Broker | Owner | REALTOR Dedrick Homes www.dedrickhomes.com   Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, March 8th! It’s time to set your clocks forward an hour and embrace the extra daylight. As we adjust to the time change, let’s make the most of the longer, sun-filled evenings ahead.   Current Mortgage Rate Update According to Fairway Home Mortgage "The OBMMI rate indices represent national average rates that include discount points and do not reflect par pricing. The rates shown are as of 2/19/2026 and do not represent Fairway's Home Mortgage rates. Source: https://www2.optimalblue.com/obmmi/   How to Choose the Best Offer in a Bidding War Hey home sellers! 🏠Caught in the frenzy of a bidding war? Before you jump for the highest offer, remember: 🗝️ Highest doesn’t always mean best. Secure funding beats sky-high promises. 💰🔒 🗝️Look beyond the price: Fewer contingencies often mean smoother sailing. ⛔ 🗝️ Timeline matters! A flexible close date can be a hidden gem. ⌛ In the bustling bazaar of real estate, it’s all about playing your cards right! Let’s make informed choices together.   If you or someone you know is considering a move, I'd welcome the opportunity to provide assistance. As your local real estate expert, I am always happy to provide an updated market analysis for your property or do a search for the new home you've been dreaming about.     CLICK HERE FOR MY CURRENT LISTING From the METRO MLS January featured a market with rising prices and improving inventory, but slightly slower sales activity. Median and average sales prices were up year over year and active listings increased. Closed sales declined compared to last year; while pending sales and days on market both saw modest increases, signaling steady buyer demand with more options available.   Find in-depth statistics on the January market conditions by clicking below: Monthly Metrics  Housing Supply Overview  Washington Cty Update  West Bend Update    THANK YOU... for your continued interest in my e-newsletter! I hope you found this month's issue beneficial. Email Me  Visit My Website  See what's happening on my social sites:        

Greetings! HAPPY 2026! According to the Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors (GMAR) dated January 14, 2026... "Home sales in the Metropolitan Milwaukee market ended 2025 slightly ahead of the prior year, finishing just 1% higher than in 2024. In total, there were 173 more sales in 2025 than in 2024, reflecting a largely stable but constrained market. Similarly, sales activity in December was modest across the four-county area, increasing 2.1% compared to December 2024. While positive, this gain underscores how limited overall growth remains. 2025 was part of a significant market reset that began in mid-2022, when mortgage interest rates rose sharply from historic lows to levels above 6%. This shift fundamentally changed buyer behavior and overall market dynamics. As a result, sales in 2023 fell 18.6% from 2022, dropping to 16,586 units. Since then, the metropolitan market has remained at this lower level of activity, without a meaningful rebound in volume. This stands in stark contrast to recent history. As recently as 2021, the market set a record with 23,827 sales. Compared to that peak, sales in 2025 were still 27.7% below record levels." Click here to continue GMAR Article   Noel A. Dedrick, Realtor®, SFR Broker | Owner | REALTOR Dedrick Homes www.dedrickhomes.com   JANUARY IS NATIONAL RADON ACTION MONTH FREE RADON TEST KITS AVAILABLE NOW The Washington County Health Department is encouraging citizens to test their homes for radon this winter. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that is radioactive and can cause lung cancer. Testing your home is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk for radon. For additional information, visit: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/radon/index.htm If you or someone you know is considering a move, I'd welcome the opportunity to provide assistance. As your local real estate expert, I am always happy to provide an updated market analysis for your property or do a search for the new home you've been dreaming about. From the METRO MLS December data for the Milwaukee metro area’s four-county region shows a tight housing market. Months of supply stayed low at 1.8, prices rose year over year, inventory was flat, sales activity dipped slightly, and homes sold faster with a median 27 days on market. Find in-depth statistics on the December market conditions by clicking below: Monthly Metrics  Housing Supply Overview  Washington Cty Update  West Bend Update  THANK YOU... for your continued interest in my e-newsletter! I hope you found this month's issue beneficial. Email Me  Visit My Website    See what's happening on my social sites: