Scott Kingan - Real Estate Broker

09/26/2026

The market is still moving — just not at the same pace everywhere.

The latest NAR data shows pending home sales declined in the Midwest in August, and year-over-year activity was down in all four major U.S. regions.

That doesn’t mean homes aren’t selling. It means buyers are being more deliberate, and sellers have to be more thoughtful about pricing, preparation, and how a property is positioned from the start.

We’re still seeing homes move quickly when the right combination comes together. 22 Diana Road, for example, went under contract in just two days.

The takeaway for me is pretty simple: this is not a market where you can assume demand will do all the work for you. Strategy matters.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Northwest Indiana, I’m always happy to talk through what the market looks like right now and how it may affect your plans.

Month-over-month pending home sales increased in the South and West but declined in the Northeast and Midwest. Year-over-year pending home sales declined in all four major U.S. regions.

09/26/2026

Just Sold in Ogden Dunes!

After 57 years with one family, 22 Diana Road has officially begun its next chapter.

This home was a place for raising children, gathering with family, celebrating good days, getting through hard ones, and building the kind of memories that stay with you long after the boxes are packed.

When we listed it, I wrote that some homes have a way of making you feel welcome the moment you walk through the door. That still feels like the best way to describe 22 Diana.

It went under contract in just two days and has now officially sold for $450,500.

I’m incredibly grateful to my seller for trusting me with a home that carried so much family history and meaning. And I’m genuinely happy for the buyer, who now gets to begin her own chapter there.

There’s something special about seeing a home like this move from one family to the next. The memories don’t disappear — they just make room for new ones.

Some closings are transactions. This one felt a little more like passing the torch.

09/01/2026

An interesting look at the housing market as we head into fall.

There are a lot of moving pieces right now — inventory, home prices, mortgage rates and even the strength of the job market all play a role in determining what buyers can afford and how sellers should position their homes.

Mortgage rates are still hovering in the mid-6% range, but this week should give us some additional insight into where the market may be headed next.

For buyers and sellers, I think the bigger takeaway is this: real estate is becoming increasingly local and increasingly price-sensitive. The days of simply putting a home on the market and assuming it will sell are behind us in many areas. At the same time, buyers who have been sitting on the sidelines may find more choices and negotiating room than they’ve had in several years.

Worth a read if you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just curious about where the housing market goes from here.

As we head into a lighter week for economic releases, the Realtor.com economic research team is tracking critical data points for the housing market.

08/06/2026

🏡 Just Listed | Ogden Dunes

Some homes have a way of making you feel welcome the moment you walk through the door.

This classic Ogden Dunes cottage has been treasured for generations and offers the warmth, character, and location that continue to make this community one of Northwest Indiana’s most desirable places to call home.

Offered at $459,900.

Click below to view the full photo gallery, property details, and schedule your private showing.

For sale: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2,272 SQFT house. Just one block from Lake Michigan, this classic Ogden Dunes cottage has been a treasured family home for decad... $459,900.

08/05/2026

Just Sold in Ogden Dunes!

I’m excited to share that 33 Beach Lane has officially closed.

This home was listed at $764,900 and sold for $789,500.

Every sale has its own story, and this one was no exception. It took good preparation, strong marketing, careful negotiation, and teamwork from everyone involved to get to the closing table.

A sincere thank you to my sellers for trusting me with one of their biggest investments. Congratulations as well to the buyers—I hope you enjoy this beautiful home for many years to come.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Northwest Indiana, I’d love the opportunity to help you navigate the process.

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07/09/2026

🏡 Just Listed | Ogden Dunes

There’s something special about a home that feels like a retreat while still being close to everything.

Located just over a block from the beaches of Lake Michigan and surrounded by the Indiana Dunes National Park, this contemporary home offers over 3,300 square feet, four bedrooms, four bathrooms, multiple decks and balconies, and a setting that’s hard to duplicate anywhere else in Northwest Indiana.

Offered at $764,900.

Click below to view the full photo gallery, property details, and schedule your private showing.

For sale: 4 bed, 2.2 bath, 3,372 SQFT house. Nestled among mature trees just over a block from the beaches of Lake Michigan, this contemporary home offers ... $764,900.

06/16/2026

Indiana has quietly become one of the best places in America to own a home.

Realtor.com’s 2026 Housing Report Cards just ranked Indiana #1 in the nation for housing affordability and homebuilding.

That’s impressive, but it also reflects what many of us who live and work here already know. Indiana continues to offer something increasingly rare: the opportunity for families to achieve homeownership without sacrificing quality of life.

The report noted that a median-priced Indiana home requires about 28% of the median household income—below the affordability benchmark used by many experts—and that new housing construction has continued to expand to help meet demand.

For those of us in Northwest Indiana, it’s another reminder that we’re part of a region that offers tremendous value and opportunity.

🏡 Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious about the market, I’m always happy to help.

Indiana tops the 2026 Realtor.com Housing Report Card as the best state for homebuilding and affordability, while costly coastal markets flunk.

05/06/2026

New home sales saw a noticeable jump in March, while median prices moved lower year-over-year.

That combination is interesting because it may suggest builders are adjusting pricing and incentives to keep buyers moving despite affordability challenges and higher borrowing costs.

Inventory, pricing, interest rates, and consumer confidence are all creating a very different market than we saw just a few years ago — and local markets can behave very differently from the national headlines.

It’ll be interesting to watch how the spring market develops here in Northwest Indiana. 🏡

Sales of new single-family homes jumped 7.4% in March to an annual rate of 682,000, 3.3% higher than in March 2025. The median sales price of new houses sold in March 2026 was $387,400, 5.3% lower than the previous month and 6.2% below the March 2025 price of $412,900.

04/24/2026

Interesting (and concerning) data from NAR: first-time buyers now make up just 21% of home purchases — an all-time low.

That says a lot about today’s affordability and inventory challenges.

As someone working with buyers and sellers in Northwest Indiana, I see both the opportunities and the headwinds. For many first-time buyers, higher prices, limited inventory, and financing costs have made the path to homeownership harder than it should be.

Worth paying attention to.

04/09/2026

Wow, this home is absolutely stunning! Hard to believe it is almost 200 years old. Also a good reminder that often times the best "new" home might be the oldest. BRAVO!!! 👏👏👏

Be sure to read the entire article and see all of the beautiful photos.
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Designer Louise Copeland found the ultimate project and client in this historic Germantown home.