The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent

Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Gretchen Tipps

Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell without an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market.

According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), those sellers agree pricing their home effectively was the hardest part of the process.

Top 5 Most Difficult Task for Sellers Who Didn’t Use an Agent:

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Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays, the housing market always finds its way into the conversation.

Here are the top three questions on a lot of people’s minds this season, and straightforward answers to help you feel more confident about the market.

Yes, more than you could a year or two ago.

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Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again.

Monday, November 3rd, 2025
Gretchen Tipps

If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. With more homes to choose from, prices leveling off in many areas, and mortgage rates easing, today’s market is offering something you haven’t had in a while: options.

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Selling a home at Smith Mountain Lake — whether it’s a cherished weekend retreat, a full-time residence, or an investment property—is more than just putting a listing online. Our local market is unique. The rhythm of lake life, the seasonal swings in buyer interest, and the high value of waterfront property make experience and insight essential.

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Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing.

It’s what you should expect. It’s just that our expectations have been skewed by the intense seller’s market over the past few years.

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Why Most Sellers Hire Real Estate Agents Today

Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Gretchen Tipps

Selling your house without an agent as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) may be something you’ve considered. But you should know that, in today’s shifting market, more homeowners are deciding that’s just not worth the risk.

According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the number of homeowners selling without an agent has hit an all-time low (see graph below):

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Chances are you have a lot more equity than you think.
A record number of homeowners are using their equity to downsize and buy their next place in all-cash (no mortgage, no monthly payment). And that’s helping them move faster, stand out to sellers, and cut down on their monthly expenses.
Want to know if you have enough equity to be an all-cash buyer, too? Let’s connect and run the numbers.

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