Since the pandemic hit, the housing market has changed dramatically. Like most, you might be asking yourself, “Should I put my home up for sale?” And, if you are thinking of selling your home, you might also be wondering how to sell your home without an agent. If this is you, here are a few things to consider. Think About Availability and Accessibility for Showings Most believe that when you put your house up for sale,Read More

With 2020 behind us, and the presidential election over, we are excited and optimistic for what lies ahead in 2021.We took time today to review the data for the 2020 year-end residential real estate market in the Hot Springs area, and we have some brief housing market updates for you:Low SupplyThere were a total of 301 homes on the market as of mid-January, a decrease of 46% compared to the previous year. High DemandResidential sales rose toRead More

There’s no doubt this is one of the most contentious presidential elections in our nation’s history. The outcome will have a major impact on many sectors of the economy. However, “recent trends suggest that the housing market – which has basically withstood every pandemic-related challenge to this point – will continue its strong momentum in the months to come.” states Matthew Speakman, an economist at Zillow. Only 348 homes are on the market today in Garland County, and thisRead More

Only 471 homes are on the market today in Garland County …. breaking records for an all-time low in the housing market. June home sales almost doubled over the month of May with the average price rising to $198,226. Take a look at the latest real estate market for residential properties sold in Garland County.   Average Days on Market1/1/19 – 6/30/19:  1241/1/20 – 6/30/20:  134 Number of Properties Sold1/1/19 – 6/30/19:  9271/1/20 – 6/30/20:  887            Average Price of SoldRead More

What else can you expect in 2020?!  One thing is for sure … 2020 is not short on surprises. Who would have guessed that one of Hot Springs’ iconic places would have changed hands?  Last month local entrepreneur, Lee Beasley bought McClard’s Bar-B-Q from the McClard family. Oaklawn broke records on pony bets in spite of the pandemic with no fans in the grandstands this year. The camp grounds have been busting at the seams with familiesRead More