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MARCH STATS

🏡 Triangle Market Update - April 2026

The Triangle housing market continues to show steady, healthy movement as we head into the spring season.

Here’s what stood out in March:

• New listings jumped 16.6% year-over-year, giving buyers more options than we’ve seen in recent months

• Active inventory is up 13.6%, signaling a gradual shift toward a more balanced market

• Median home prices dipped slightly (-2.3%) to $464,000, reflecting increased inventory and more price sensitivity

• Homes are taking longer to sell, with median days on market up to 29 days (+45%)

• Closed sales were up 4.8%, this stops 2 striaght months of decline to start 2026.

What this means:

We are no longer in the ultra-competitive frenzy of past years — but we’re also far from a downturn.

➡️ Buyers are gaining more negotiating power
➡️ Sellers need to price strategically and present homes well
➡️ Well-priced homes are still selling — just not overnight

This is the most balanced market we’ve seen in the Triangle in the past 3–4 years.

“Quick question — are you planning to buy or sell in the next 12 months?”
Reply with BUYING, SELLING, or WAITING — I’m curious what people are thinking right now.

Please note: The answer to all real estate questions is “it depends.” Homes, locations, zip codes, subdivisions and most importantly, your goals all play a part in real estate advice. Above is a guide to what we are seeing in the overall market.

TRIANGLE REAL ESTATE
🏡Is a Housing Cash Coming?

Short answer: No — not in the Triangle.

Here’s why 👇

The last crash (2008) was driven by risky lending and oversupply. Today, we’re in a very different environment:

• Lending standards are much stricter

• Most homeowners have significant equity

• Inventory is still relatively low across the Triangle

In fact, what we’re seeing locally is a market that’s normalizing — not collapsing.

Some price points (especially higher-end homes) are taking longer to sell, while well-priced homes in desirable areas are still moving quickly.

So instead of a crash, think:

➡️ A shift back toward a more balanced market
➡️ More negotiating power for buyers than we saw in 2021–2022
➡️ Continued long-term growth driven by population and job expansion

The Triangle remains one of the strongest real estate markets in the country, and that’s not changing anytime soon.

If you’re wondering whether now is a good time for your situation, just reply ‘TIMING’ and I’ll give you a quick take.

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TRIANGLE TRIVIA

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Which Triangle university campus is home to the famous Old Well, one of the most photographed landmarks in North Carolina?

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Question:
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📘EDUCATION CORNER
What is Due Diligence in North Carolina?

 If you’re buying a home in North Carolina, one term you’ll hear a lot is:

“Due Diligence.”

Here’s a simple way to think about it 👇

Due diligence is a negotiated fee paid directly to the seller in exchange for a period of time to fully investigate the home.

During this time, the buyer can:

• Conduct inspections

• Review disclosures

• Get quotes for repairs

• Finalize financing

And here’s the key:

👉 The buyer can walk away for any reason or no reason at all during this period.

However…

The due diligence fee is non-refundable if the buyer decides not to move forward.

Why this matters

• It gives buyers flexibility to do their homework

• It gives sellers confidence the buyer is serious

• It’s a critical part of winning in competitive situations

Quick example:

If a buyer pays a $5,000 due diligence fee and decides to walk away, the seller keeps that $5,000.

This is one of the most unique aspects of North Carolina real estate, and understanding it can make a huge difference when buying or selling.

Thinking about buying and want help structuring an offer? Reply ‘DD’ and I’ll walk you through it.

🎥 Watch the quick 1-minute video below for a simple visual breakdown.

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