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THE GREENVILLE REAL ESTATE JOURNAL
Get expert takes on the ever-changing Upstate market. From home buying and selling tips to neighborhood spotlights, investment advice, and behind-the-scenes stories, this blog delivers honest, data-backed insight into real estate in Greenville and beyond. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, you'll find real value here.
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Why Millennials and Boomers Still Dominate Real Estate
A data-driven look at why Millennials and Boomers continue to dominate today’s housing market, based entirely on the latest national demographic trends.
May 1, 20244 min read
The RE Market is Softening, but Demand Stays Stable. For Now
Market data for Greenville shows a softening environment with stable demand, rising inventory, faster sales, and pricing that continues to edge upward.
Apr 24, 20244 min read
Market Moves, Sellers Slash Prices
Roughly 40 percent of recent Greenville home sales required price drops. Market data reveals why buyers are selective, sellers are adjusting, and pricing accuracy now matters more than ever.
Apr 17, 20245 min read
Using Section 8 Rentals as a Rent Deflation Hedge
A deeper look into how Section 8 Rentals create rare stability in shifting markets — and why they often serve as a built-in hedge against rent deflation.
Apr 10, 20244 min read
Identifying Local Real Estate Bubbles
A clear, human-polished breakdown of how localized real estate bubbles form, why some Upstate areas surged and corrected, and how to spot early warning signs in shifting local markets.
Apr 3, 20245 min read
Market stats show weird trends in Greenville
Greenville’s latest market stats show weird trends across listings, pendings, prices, and buyer behavior. Here’s what the latest data reveals about the Upstate’s shifting housing landscape
Mar 27, 20244 min read
The Death of the 6% Real Estate Commission???
A clear and human breakdown of the changes reshaping the 6% real estate commission conversation, how the settlement impacts buyers, sellers, and agents, and why the industry is entering a pivotal new era.
Mar 20, 20244 min read
President Biden Wants to Make Housing Affordable. But Should He?
President Biden’s plans to make housing affordable spark debate over tax credits, title insurance changes, and federal involvement. Here is how those proposals could reshape the market.
Mar 13, 20245 min read
Deep Diving into Upstate Sub-Markets
A detailed breakdown of Greenville County sub-markets, showing how each area is shifting in inventory, pricing, and buyer behavior.
Mar 6, 20244 min read
Real Estate Inventory in January Soared, but Prices Remain High
January brought a record surge in real estate inventory across Greenville, yet prices remained strong. Here is a deep, data-driven breakdown of what happened and what it means for the months ahead.
Feb 21, 20246 min read
Roasting Real Estate Ignorance with Hope Brooks: Insights from Selling Greenville Podcast
A sharp, humorous, and heartfelt breakdown of Real Estate Ignorance, inspired by a viral Facebook exchange and an in-depth conversation with local investor Hope Brooks.
Jan 31, 20246 min read
Final Look at 2023 Shows Strong Price Growth in Greenville
A final look at Greenville’s 2023 housing data reveals strong price growth, steady demand, and tighter inventory than expected. Here’s how the year truly ended and what the numbers signal moving forward.
Jan 24, 20245 min read
Why Financial Data Supports Home Ownership Over Renting
A data-driven breakdown showing why Home Ownership Over Renting remains the stronger long-term financial choice, especially in Greenville’s fast-appreciating market.
Jan 17, 20245 min read
How Did Stan Do Predicting 2023's Real Estate Trends?
A candid scorecard on Predicting 2023's Real Estate Trends in Greenville: which bold calls hit, which missed, and what the outcomes reveal about prices, inventory, rates, and days on market—plus practical takeaways for buyers and sellers.
Dec 20, 20235 min read
Real Estate Lawsuits Mean Buyer Agents May Be Going Away for Good
A clear-eyed look at Real Estate Lawsuits, how they challenge commission norms, why buyer agency emerged, and what everyday buyers should expect if the model shifts.
Dec 6, 20236 min read
The Market Slows but Home Prices Stay High
Greater Greenville’s fall snapshot shows a curious split: The Market Slows in activity, yet prices climb to record highs as new construction, concessions, and rate math reshape how buyers and sellers move.
Nov 29, 20234 min read
Willie Coleman on Real Estate Investing in Your Teen Years and Early 20s
A teenage hustler becomes a luxury builder: how Willie Coleman turned salvaged parts, smart sourcing, and resilience into real estate momentum.
Nov 1, 20235 min read
What to Expect as We Enter the Slow Season of Real Estate
Greenville’s real estate slows for the season—but opportunity hasn’t disappeared. Here’s how buyers and sellers can adapt and win this winter.
Oct 25, 20234 min read
Stats Show Home Prices in Greenville Remain Near Their Peak
Greenville’s latest stats show prices holding near peak as luxury leads, condos steady, and inventory inches up into a cooler Q4.
Oct 18, 20235 min read
Market stats—What happened last month, and what does it mean?
Greenville’s latest housing data shows steady prices, softer demand, and rising inventory. See what August’s numbers mean for buyers and sellers—and how to strategize for a slower fourth quarter.
Sep 27, 20236 min read
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