market
Real estate feels local first
National news always sounds dramatic. However, your neighborhood behaves differently. Prices can rise on one street while they flatten on another.
Because of that, local reports help homeowners make clearer choices.
How to read real data
Instead of chasing predictions, look at average days on market. Watch list-to-sale price ratios. Notice whether inventory grows or shrinks.
You can also study how large regional projects shift demand here:
https://temblog.org/the-new-bay-area-5-mega-projects-reshaping-the-real-estate-landscape-in-2025/
And if selling becomes part of your plan, start here:
https://temblog.org/sell-your-home-fast-gilroy-3/
Why timing suddenly matters
When homes sell quickly, buyers move faster. Yet when listings sit, negotiation opens up. Therefore, watching local reports month after month builds confidence.
Compare government data here:
https://www.census.gov/housing
And review market research here:
https://www.realtor.com/research
What smart homeowners do
They track numbers, not noise. Then they meet with a pro, ask questions, and map out options rather than rushing.
