Pearman Realty

10/19/2026

Hi NWI! Fall always gets me thinking about timing, and right now the numbers are worth a real look.

27% of home purchases in September 2026 were all cash, according to NAR. Your buyer may not be waiting for rates to move at all.

Cotality reports average homeowner equity at $310,000 as of Q2 2026. After your mortgage payoff and selling costs, you may have more to work with than you expect.

Active listings are up 5.4% nationally compared to a year ago, per Realtor.com, September 2026. There may finally be somewhere you actually want to go.

Redfin data from the three months ending August 2026 shows 44.7% of purchases included seller concessions. Closing costs, repairs, rate buydowns. The seller on your next home may help cover some of that.

Zillow and Thumbtack put non-mortgage costs at $15,979 a year in maintenance, insurance and taxes. Waiting six months is not free.

And getting ready may take less than you think. NAR's 2025 Home Staging report shows agents most often recommend decluttering (91%), cleaning (88%) and curb appeal (77%).

I work with buyers and sellers across NWI. I can put these numbers together in a way that reflects your specific situation, your equity, your next move, your costs. You get to see what a move would actually involve before you decide whether to make one.

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10/19/2026

Buyers in Beverly Shores are paying attention this week, and the numbers show it.

This week's Deal of the Week pulled 111 saves and 1,440 views on Zillow. The homes we checked averaged 70 saves. This one came in 59% above that average. That kind of attention is worth knowing about.

I looked at 6 homes for sale in Beverly Shores this week and picked this one as the top pick for its age. Want to know which one it is? Comment DEAL and I will send you the address and the full numbers.

https://pearmanrealty.vibes-site.com/deals/afb22c23-d4b5-49de-950c-642ad1ec1f40

10/18/2026

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10/17/2026

🏡🔑 SOLD! Some closings just hit a little closer to the heart. ❤️

Today, I want to celebrate an incredible young man who has given me so much to be proud of!

At just 25 years old, he’s officially a FIRST-TIME HOMEOWNER! 🏡🎉

With a new baby, a growing family, and a whole lot of responsibility on his shoulders, this young man is proving that hard work, dedication, and determination can turn dreams into reality.

While many people his age are still figuring out their next steps, he’s out here building a foundation for his family’s future. And I couldn’t be prouder of him!

It’s not just about buying a house. It’s about creating a home where his baby will grow, memories will be made, and a family’s future will take shape. ❤️

I’ve been in real estate for over 20 years, and I can tell you that moments like this are exactly why I love what I do.

Watching someone work hard, stay focused, and accomplish something this meaningful at such a young age is truly special.

To this young man: I hope you never forget how big this accomplishment is. You have every reason to hold your head high. You’re not just holding the keys to your first home. You’re opening the door to an incredible new chapter for your family.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey. It has been an absolute honor. ❤️

Congratulations, HOMEOWNER! You earned this! 🏡🔑🎉

And to anyone wondering whether homeownership is possible for them — don’t count yourself out. Your story could be next!

Staci L. Pearman
Pearman Realty 🏡
Helping Northwest Indiana families turn homeownership dreams into reality.

10/07/2026

Hi Portage! I spent time pulling every lived-in home sale in this market through October 7, 2026, and one fact stood out right away. 53.1% of Portage sellers paid money back to the buyer at closing.

The pattern was simple. Speed protected price. Homes that sold in their first month got 100% of what they first asked. Homes that took five to six months got 91.9%. New builds gave back more too, with a typical payback of $7,480.

That does not mean every seller should cut first or every buyer should expect a credit. It means timing and pricing matter, and the numbers change by segment. If you want, comment with your street in Portage, or send me a message, and I will tell you how your area lines up with these payback trends.

What surprises you more: how many sellers paid back, or how much waiting changed the result?

https://pearmanrealty.vibes-site.com/market-update/more-than-half-of-portage-sellers-paid-money-back-at-closing

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

Portage, Indiana homeowners: here's what really sold (and what didn't) over the past 16 months. 🏡📊

I analyzed every Portage listing from the past 16 months. Some homes sold fast and close to asking. Others sat for months, took price cuts, or never sold at all.

The difference? Pricing strategy, condition, and timing.

If you're thinking about buying or selling in Portage, IN, this data will help you avoid the mistakes that cost sellers time and money.

📩 Want the full Portage Market Report? It includes sale prices, days on market, list vs. sold price, and which price ranges moved fastest.

👉 DM me "PORTAGE" or comment PORTAGE below and I'll send it to you.

I'm Staci Pearman, an Indiana Realtor since 2005 and independent broker with Pearman Realty, helping buyers, sellers, and investors across Northwest Indiana for over 21 years.

10/07/2026

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10/05/2026

One home in Valparaiso stopped me this week.

I went through 200 homes for sale and picked the one buyers are paying the most attention to for a home its age. This week that is the Deal of the Week in Valpo. It pulled 199 saves and 1,775 views on Zillow. The homes we checked averaged 57 saves. This home has 250% more than that average.

That kind of attention does not happen by accident. Something about this one is connecting with buyers right now.

If you want the address and the full numbers, comment DEAL below and I will send them to you. Have you been watching the Valparaiso market lately? What are you seeing?

https://pearmanrealty.vibes-site.com/deals/f619e2e8-6e11-4f9d-93b9-d160dd5aa41b

10/05/2026

Hi Valpo! I have been watching two very different summers play out across town.

Here is the big takeaway. Valpo did not move as one market this summer. In 46383, the median sale price rose to $364,990. In 46385, it came in at $393,000 and dipped 4.1%, per the Real Estate Data Aggregator. Same city. Different price story.

What stayed true in both ZIPs: homes sold faster. Median days on market fell to 21 in 46383 and 28 in 46385, per the Real Estate Data Aggregator. That is why broad city averages can miss what matters for your next move.

If you want the numbers for your street, send me your address. I will break it down for you. Which ZIP are you watching right now, 46383 or 46385?

https://pearmanrealty.vibes-site.com/market-update/valpo-prices-split-this-summer-even-as-homes-moved-faster