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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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Greenville Real Estate Rollercoaster: Record Listings, Rising Prices, and Market Whiplash
The Greenville real estate rollercoaster keeps climbing—record listings, rising prices, and shifting inventory define 2025’s market. See how buyers and sellers can stay steady amid the twists.
Oct 155 min read
Mortgage Rates Just Blinked: Why Mid-6s Might Stick (For Now)
Mortgage rates just blinked—and mid-6s mortgage rates may stick. Stan unpacks bond yields, spreads, Fed signals, and what this means for Greenville deals now.
Aug 133 min read
When Will It Be Too Late to Invest in Greenville Real Estate? (And Why You Shouldn't Wait for a Crash)
Is it already too late to invest in Greenville real estate? Not if you know where the growth is headed. Here’s why waiting for a crash hurts most buyers—and the common-sense signals that still point to opportunity in the Upstate.
May 283 min read
You Asked. Stan Answered. Time for May Q&A.
May Q&A: Stan answers Greenville real estate questions on mortgage rates, listing marketing, SC novations, pre-sale upgrades, and first-rental strategy.
May 143 min read
Amidst Uncertainty, The Greenville Real Estate Market Sees Glimmers Of Stability
Even with rate jitters and headline noise, the Greenville real estate market is holding its own. Here’s what’s actually moving offers, appraisals, and closings right now—and how buyers, sellers, and investors can play it smart.
Apr 232 min read
Over Half of These Sellers in Greenville Are Selling for a Loss
Greenville’s market isn’t the slam-dunk “seller’s market” you might think. In this episode’s companion blog, I break down why many sellers are taking losses—and what to do about it.
Mar 123 min read
Prices Continue to Fall in Greenville
Greenville’s prices are slipping in key segments. Here’s why it’s happening, how it shows up in the data, and what buyers and sellers should do right now.
Feb 193 min read
What needs to happen for mortgage rates to come down?
What needs to happen for mortgage rates to come down? In this Selling Greenville episode, Stan connects tariffs, inflation, the Fed, the 10-year Treasury, and the mortgage-Treasury spread—plus real-world options like buydowns and mortgage assumptions.
Feb 53 min read
How Greenville RE Is Shifting
Greenville’s housing market has quietly reinvented itself. Smaller lots, newer homes, longer timelines, and shifting financing reveal how Greenville RE is shifting in 2024 and beyond.
Jan 85 min read
Helene + Elections Cause Prices to Drop and Rates to Soar
Hurricane Helene and the 2024 election collided to shake Greenville’s housing market, creating a mix of delays, price drops, and rising rates that define the Helene + Elections Impact.
Oct 30, 20244 min read
Is the Dreaded 2024 Recession Here? And Does It Matter?
The 2024 recession may be looming, but what does it mean for real estate? Explore how Greenville’s housing market is balancing shifting mortgage rates, unemployment data, and economic uncertainty.
Sep 11, 20244 min read
Prices Go Up, But Mortgage Rates Go Down in a Seller/Buyer Win-Win
Greenville’s 2024 housing market pulls off a rare balancing act — prices up, rates down, and buyers and sellers both winning. Discover how the Greenville real estate win-win market is reshaping the Upstate scene.
Sep 4, 20245 min read
Buyer and Seller Strategies for a Shifting Market
Greenville’s housing market is shifting — but it’s not crashing. Learn smart buyer and seller strategies that actually work in today’s slower, more strategic market.
Jul 31, 20244 min read
2024 Mid-Year Bold Predictions Review
Midway through 2024, some housing predictions hit their mark while others missed completely. Here’s how Greenville’s real estate trends have actually played out — and what might happen next.
Jul 10, 20245 min read
2024 Elections Are Already Impacting Local Real Estate
Election season is already reshaping Greenville’s housing market. From stalled rate cuts to local tax battles, here’s how 2024 politics are changing the way the Upstate buys, builds, and grows.
Jul 3, 20245 min read
Is a Buyer’s Market Coming?
Greenville’s housing market is cooling—but not collapsing. Inventory is surging, prices are steady, and 2024 may finally bring balance between buyers and sellers.
Jun 26, 20244 min read
Mortgage Rates Are Volatile Again, Thanks to the Fed
Mortgage rates are volatile again, thanks to the Fed. Discover how shifting Treasury yields, Fed statements, and labor market data are shaping Greenville’s housing market and what it means for buyers and sellers
Feb 7, 20244 min read
Amazon Gift Card Winner + Crazy Start to 2024!
The year kicked off with a burst of buyer activity, renewed energy, and the announcement of the Amazon Gift Card Winner — all pointing to a surprisingly strong start for Greenville’s 2024 housing market.
Jan 10, 20244 min read
Summer Real Estate Vibes
Summer slows, but Greenville’s housing market stays steady. Discover how summer real estate vibes are shaping prices, buyer behavior, and what a “normal” season looks like again in the Upstate.
May 31, 20234 min read
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