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The Compression Effect: Where Buyers Are Still Competing Despite Higher Rates

The Compression Effect: Where Buyers Are Still Competing Despite Higher RatesRyan Cook Published on: 05/01/2026

Buyer demand hasn’t disappeared — it’s compressed. Learn where homes still sell fast and how agents can explain risk with clarity.

The Compression Effect: Where Buyers Are Still Competing Despite Higher Rates

The Compression Effect: Where Buyers Are Still Competing Despite Higher Rates

The Compression Effect: Where Buyers Are Still Competing Despite Higher RatesRyan Cook
Published on: 01/05/2026

Buyer demand hasn’t disappeared — it’s compressed. Learn where homes still sell fast and how agents can explain risk with clarity.

Market UpdatesBuying a HomeSelling a Home
Choosing Price over Patience: Why Price Reductions Are Surging—and What Agents Should Do

Choosing Price over Patience: Why Price Reductions Are Surging—and What Agents Should Do

Choosing Price over Patience: Why Price Reductions Are Surging—and What Agents Should DoRyan Cook
Published on: 09/05/2025

Home price reductions are rising nationwide—and Massachusetts is no exception. With 30–40% of listings cutting prices, sellers must rethink strategy and agents must lead with data-driven guidance.

Market UpdatesBuying a HomeSelling a Home

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