Real Estate Morning Drive

Get the latest St. George real estate analysis for June 2026. Watch for a clear breakdown of current US housing trends affecting your local market.

This update provides a snapshot of the housing market update for St. George residents and investors. We review the latest shifts in inventory and pricing to give you a realistic perspective on where the US housing trends are heading this month.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

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🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

0:00 Welcome And The Four Seasons Debate
3:05 What People Mean By Market
5:55 Recent Closings Show Demand Pockets
8:03 Affordability Squeeze And Rate Reality
13:19 Local Inventory Surge And Price Pressure
15:53 Which Price Bands Are Crowded
18:10 Why 1 To 2 Million Stalls
20:14 Townhome Wave And Builder Incentives
22:34 Why Lower Prices Could Help

Selling a home in 2026 feels unpredictable, but the data tells a clearer story than the headlines suggest. Get the facts.

Five years removed from the pandemic, the housing market has recalibrated in ways many sellers are ignoring. We look at the strange correlation between recent environmental stress—like the rise in forest fires and heatwaves—and how those factors are quietly altering buyer sentiment and property demand across the country. It is no longer just about interest rates; it is about how the physical climate influences where people choose to put down roots.

This breakdown is for homeowners struggling to align their selling timeline with current market realities. By analyzing these shifts, you can decide if listing now aligns with your financial goals or if waiting for a seasonal correction is the smarter move. We strip away the noise to look at the actual mechanics driving supply and demand in this new era.
Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

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🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

0:00 Red Flag Alert For Sellers
2:50 Monster Can Banter And Sponsor
6:05 Pancakes Invite And Community Space
11:00 Seller Mindset And Competition Reality
15:55 Rates Stay High Buyers Still Move
18:30 Pricing Myths And Prep That Wins
23:25 Supply Squeeze Headlines And Final Advice

Are first-time homebuyers returning to the Washington County real estate market? See how high mortgage rates are affecting sales.

This update analyzes current housing market trends for May 2026. Jesse Paul from The Larkin Group reviews specific data on local property activity, focusing on how long homes are staying listed before selling. Whether you are actively shopping or just tracking local property values, this breakdown clarifies the current landscape for buyers.

We review a detailed bar graph illustrating total sales by days on market figures. By examining these trends, you can better understand if competition is shifting for first-time homebuyers in your area despite sustained high mortgage rates. This data provides a clear picture of how Washington County real estate is moving month-over-month.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

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Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
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🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

0:00 Why First-Time Buyers Are Back
6:53 Rent Vs Own And Locking Costs
9:25 Days On Market Changes Everything
11:24 The 30-Day Window For Sellers
16:20 Create Competition Or Get Negotiated Down
18:02 Seller Stories That Distort Reality
22:40 Final Takeaways And How To Reach Us

The current housing market presents a challenging landscape for potential buyers. Our latest discussion highlights the difficulties faced when trying to find available properties, with limited home inventory making it tough for a real estate agent to secure viewings. We offer essential home buying tips for navigating this competitive market and successfully buying a house in the area.

We break down why the St. George market feels frozen while the right buyers still negotiate strong deals and the right sellers still sell fast. We also share the pricing and days-on-market data that punishes wishful listing prices and rewards sellers who get serious early.
• why motivated buyers can still negotiate in today’s market
• how sellers still win by pricing right and showing well
• what people really mean when they ask “how’s the market?”
• why low-rate mortgages create the “great stall” and suppress home sales
• who is buying now: first-time buyers and small move-up buyers
• why the “rates are too high” objection is fading over time
• the days-on-market numbers that show why the first 30 days matter most

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/larkingroup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

0:00 Why Buyers Are Pausing Deals
1:56 Buyer’s Market Or Seller’s Market
4:18 The Real Question Behind Rates
6:22 The Great Stall And Low Mortgages
11:46 First-Time Buyers Adapt To Rates
17:09 Pricing Data And The 30-Day Rule

Your Next Move Might Be No Move at All. Get ready for the best guest we've ever had on the St. George Real Estate Morning Drive. They candidly about what it’s like to build a marriage and a life across two cities while trying to make smart, sane decisions in a tough Utah housing market. Along the way, we connect dating apps to lead generation, unpack why buyers and sellers misunderstand each other, and land on a simple takeaway: be a steward of what you already have.

• living as a commuting marriage with two households and shared custody realities
• how dating apps mirror real estate lead follow-up and decision overload
• why house hunting feels harder now with million-dollar expectations and big renovation gaps
• choosing stewardship over escaping to the next house, including reinvesting in the home we’re in
• “what we resist persists” and how resistance blocks progress and gratitude
• sliding door moments that change everything for buyers, from rates to family timing
• how rising mortgage interest rates affect payments and why sellers must price with buyer fragility in mind
• the dream of a mountain sanctuary property and what it teaches us about timing and preparation

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/larkingroup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

0:00 Welcome And A Sick Day Pivot
3:05 Two Households And Why It Works
9:05 Dating Apps And Real Estate Leads
15:05 The House Search Reality Check
21:35 Stewardship Over The Ripcord Move
27:15 Resistance And The Flood Story
33:35 Rates Shift And Buyers Get Wobbly
37:45 The Sanctuary Ranch Dream And Timing

The latest St. George Real Estate Morning Drive addresses rising gas prices and increasing mortgage interest rates, prompting discussions about potential economic slowdown. We analyze the current real estate market analysis, considering inflation and its impact on economic growth. This episode provides local news and insights for real estate investing in the region.

We break down why waiting for the perfect moment backfires, how rate changes hit buying power, and what sellers must do to win in a price sensitive St. George market.
• why gas prices and mortgage rates can move together
• what our pending contracts say about real demand
• why rate sensitivity fades but affordability math stays
• why timing the market is mostly luck
• what major forecasts say about rates through 2026 and 2027
• how a half point rate jump cuts buying power and raises payments
• what “price sensitive” looks like for buyers and sellers
• why more homes are selling below original list price
• how to get top dollar with condition, pricing, and urgency
• why 3% mortgage rates are not coming back
• what rising foreclosures really mean when equity is high
Visit us at goorge.com or Google the Larkin Group. We're happy to visit about it.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
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FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

00:00 Gas And Rates Hit Hard
05:38 Timing The Market Is Delusion
10:15 How Rates Cut Buying Power
12:05 Why Sellers Face Price Sensitivity
17:35 How To Price For Urgency
20:45 Why 3% Mortgages Won’t Return
22:05 Foreclosures Up Slightly Equity Still High

The St. George real estate market "crashed" according to headlines. The actual data tells a completely different story.

Sellers pricing correctly still get 98% of asking price. Inventory is up, buyers are selective, but the market isn't broken—it's just punishing unrealistic sellers. Here's what's really happening in Washington County using real MLS data, not clickbait.

National Fear vs Local Reality:

National media screams "housing crash." St. George data shows prepared sellers closing at 98% of list price. The gap between headlines and reality has never been wider. We translate the big national stats into something you can actually use for YOUR decision.

What Actually Drives Moves (Hint: Not Interest Rates):

Lifestyle wins. Family transitions, pace of life, seasons, and the kind of place you want to wake up matter more than rate changes. We break down why people really move and how that shapes local demand in St. George.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/larkingroup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

0:00 A Market Surprise And Quick Hellos
4:15 Why Lifestyle Beats Interest Rates
5:30 National Numbers Versus Local Reality
10:10 Price Tier Data Using Area Pro
18:53 Unrealistic Sellers And Buyer Behavior
22:54 The Three Takeaways And Next Steps

What You'll Learn:

What the foreclosure flood actually looked like on the St. George MLS
How "cash for keys" worked and why those conversations got real
Why personal responsibility is the only reliable exit strategy
The biggest investing lesson from the downturn
Rent vs buy tradeoffs: stability, control, equity, mortgage interest
Why St. George stays resilient (second-home demand, inbound migration)
Current market reality: demand, multiple offers, and selective reductions
What "waiting for a crash" actually costs you

Why Foreclosures Don't Exist Today:
Tight lending standards. Massive equity cushions. Strong employment. High demand. The conditions that created 2008 don't exist anymore. If you're waiting for foreclosures to flood the market again, you're waiting for something that's structurally impossible.

If you're waiting for a "crash" to buy in St. George, this episode will make you rethink what you're actually waiting for. The best time to buy was 2010. The second best time is when it makes sense for YOUR life.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/larkingroup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

[00:00:00] The iPhone 911 Alert Scare
[00:04:24] How Many Shows Have We Done
[00:06:08] The Foreclosure Era In St. George
[00:11:36] Cash For Keys And Tough Reality
[00:14:05] Accountability And Owning Your Choices
[00:17:47] Market Cycles Rent Vs Buy Today

Buyers don't purchase square footage. They purchase confidence.

Luxury real estate agent Jessica Taggart Marron breaks down the small, cheap fixes that separate homes that sell in weeks from homes that sit for months in St. George and Hurricane. The difference? A $50K swing in final price.

The Brutal Truth About Competition:
Your home isn't competing with itself. It's competing with dozens (sometimes hundreds) of similar listings. When buyers tour 10 homes in a day, the smallest details decide who gets the offer. Missing light bulbs, scuffed baseboards, dirty switch plates, cluttered closets—these aren't "minor" issues. They tell buyers there's hidden work.

What You'll Learn:
Why "luxury" is a mindset, not a price point ($550K or $1.5M)
How to beat competition in St. George's active market
Curb appeal details that decide drive-by reactions
Why you should OWN visible drawbacks in photos (steep driveways, power lines)
The light bulb mistake costing you $50K (warm white, matching wattage)
Interior trust signals buyers look for (condition cues matter)
The "half it" decluttering rule to create space instantly
Low-cost high-ROI fixes: power washing, paint touch-ups, fixture updates
Why accessibility and easy showings protect your net proceeds
How to coordinate vendor costs and pay at closing
Real example: bad access + poor condition = months on market

The 7 Cheap Fixes That Add $50K:
Warm white matching bulbs - Mismatched lighting screams neglect
Clean/replace switch plates - Dirty covers = dirty home perception
Power wash everything - Driveway, walkway, siding (instant 10-year reversal)
Paint touch-ups - Scuffs and dings signal deferred maintenance
"Half it" decluttering - Remove 50% of closet/counter contents for space feel
Simple fixture updates - $30 hardware swap = modern feel
Own the drawbacks - Show steep driveway in photos to filter tire-kickers

Why Timing Changes Everything:
Bring an agent in EARLY. Before you paint. Before you stage. Before photos. We walk through homes and spot the $500 fixes that create $50K in perceived value. Slowing down before listing puts more money in your pocket.

Real Story: What NOT To Do
Jessica shares a listing that sat for months because of poor access and visible condition issues. Buyers walked in, saw the work, and walked out. The fix? Address it upfront in photos and marketing. Filter out non-serious buyers, attract the right ones.

The Emotional Detachment Strategy:
Sellers who emotionally detach from their home price and prep more rationally. We share how to separate your identity from your property so you can make smart business decisions.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/larkingroup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, stude

50% of St. George homes are overpriced right now. Here's how to know if yours is one of them.

We break down the brutal math: every 30 days your home sits costs you 1.4% off asking price. Meanwhile, the RIGHT homes sell in 2-3 weeks with multiple offers. The difference? Pricing like it's 2026, not 2021.

Real Story: Bidding War in a "Slow" Market

Client listed correctly, got multiple offers, closed OVER ask in weeks. Same neighborhood? Overpriced homes sitting for months, bleeding equity. We show you exactly what separated them.

The 2021 Hangover Problem:
Sellers still anchor to COVID-era comps. Buyers wait for 5% rates that may never come (and if they do, demand will explode). Both strategies lose. Here's what works instead.

What You'll Learn:
Why 50%+ of current St. George listings are overpriced
The 1.4% per month cost of sitting on market (data-backed)
How top-dollar homes sell in 2-3 weeks with bidding wars
Washington County median prices: 2022 vs 2026 reality
Major bank rate outlook (spoiler: low 5% isn't happening soon)
Why a sudden rate drop could trigger affordability crisis
The chronic housing shortage hiding in plain sight
Buyer objections that predict stale listings (busy road, etc.)

Pricing Reality Check:
St. George feels expensive to buyers AND sellers think it's undervalued. Both can't be right. The market decides—and it's speaking clearly. Homes priced correctly get multiple offers. Overpriced homes sit, then cut, then sell below where they should've started.

The Rate Trap:
Waiting for lower rates? A major bank's outlook says low 5% isn't coming soon. And if rates DO drop fast, demand surges and you're competing again. Best move: act when life needs it, price smart, negotiate hard.

The Bottom Line:
2021 pricing anchors are costing sellers thousands per month. Buyers waiting for perfect rates are missing positioned inventory. The data is clear: price right, sell fast, keep more equity.

Have other questions about living in, moving to, or visiting St. George and Southern Utah? Just ask! 

P. 435-291-5443
E. [email protected]
Web: www.GoStGeorge.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/larkingroup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeExperts

🌟 Who? Jeremy Larkin was born and raised in St. George, Utah and is the owner of The Larkin Group Real Estate Advisors.

📍 Where? Washington and Iron County, Utah, including, but not limited to St. George, Washington City, Ivins, Santa Clara, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Cedar City and Parowan. 

💈  What?  Jeremy and his team of expert advisors at The Larkin Group walk the best clients in the world through the brain surgery of Buying, Selling and Investing Southern Utah Real Estate! And perhaps more importantly, they LOVE this community and pouring their heart and soul into it!

📻  Tune in! Jeremy is the host of The "St. George Real Estate Morning" Drive radio show 94.9 FM / 890 AM. You can stream the weekly program Thursdays at 8:35 AM here: https://tinyurl.com/radiorealestate   

🙏 Give: The St. George Basket Brigade feeds 200+ families every Thanksgiving and supports local families, students and schools through organizations like Tan's Treats. Learn more and give at http://stgeorgebasketbrigade.org/

🔍  SEARCH ALL HOMES AND LAND in Washington County https://www.gostgeorge.com/
 🔗 CHECK YOUR CURRENT HOME EQUITY @ https://www.gostgeorge.com/homevalue

[00:00:00] Why Homes Feel So Expensive
[00:03:36] Overpricing And The 1.4 Percent Rule
[00:08:44] Objections Buyers Say Out Loud
[00:12:34] The 2020 To 2021 Market Hangover
[00:16:01] Bidding Wars Still Happen Today
[00:21:50] Rate Forecast And Housing Shortage