Zake - AI Agent San Antonio

09/11/2025

Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will.

Patience isn’t a strategy. Pricing is.

If your home isn’t moving, the market is telling you something – and the right price can change everything. Your house will sell, if you price it strategically.

Talk to your agent about what buyers are willing to pay right now to make sure your home stands out for all the right reasons.

Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why.

09/09/2025

The number of homes actively for sale is at its highest point since 2020 — and that’s a big deal for any homebuyer out there.

That gives you the widest selection of homes to choose from right now that you’ve had in five years.

That means a better shot at finding the home that truly fits and the chance to make a deal on your terms.

Want to see what’s for sale in our local market? DM me.

09/06/2025

Want to know the secret to getting the best deal on a home today? Spoiler alert: it’s new construction.

Right now, 66% of builders are offering incentives that can lower your overall cost of homeownership. That’s the highest in 5 years. And it’s a big deal.

The most common incentive is a price cut. And on average, they’re taking about 5% off the purchase price. On a $500K house, that’s a savings of $25K.

That could be enough to make the home you’ve been dreaming about more affordable than you think.

Curious how far today’s incentives could stretch your budget? Let’s connect so I can show you what builders are offering in our area.

09/04/2025

Builder Incentives Reach 5-Year High

If you're not finding a home you love, the new home market is buzzing with opportunity. With record-high incentives, price cuts in play, and builders itching to move inventory, this is the best time in years to buy new construction.

Curious how far today’s incentives could stretch your budget? Let’s connect so you can see what builders are offering in our area.

Even with more homes on the market right now, some buyers are still having a tough time finding the right one at the right price.

09/02/2025

Thinking About Renting Your House Instead of Selling? Read This First.

Before you decide to rent your house, make sure to carefully weigh the pros and cons of becoming a landlord. For some homeowners, the hassle (and the expense) may not be worth it.

If your house is on the market but you haven’t gotten any offers you’re comfortable with, you may be wondering: what do I do if it doesn’t sell? 

08/30/2025

What Everyone’s Getting Wrong About the Rise in New Home Inventory

Just because there are more new homes for sale right now, it doesn’t mean we’re headed for a crash. The data shows today’s overall inventory situation is different.

If you have questions or want to talk about what builders are doing in our area, let’s connect.

You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash.

08/28/2025

Want to know the real reason you don’t need to be worried we’re building too many homes right now? This is it.

No matter what you’re seeing online about the number of new homes for sale, nationally we just don’t have the same surplus of inventory we had back in the crash of 2008. And this graph proves it.

If you combine how many homes we’ve built lately with all the existing homes for sale (those that have already been lived in by a previous owner), we’re still nowhere near crash territory.

Of course, inventory is going to vary by area. But nationally, we don’t have enough new homes to crash the market.

So, don’t believe everything you read or hear. If you need help cutting through the noise, let’s talk.

08/26/2025

Wondering what’s really going on with home prices? The truth is: it depends on where you live.

In the 50 largest metros, nearly half are still seeing prices climb. The other half are seeing slight declines.

It’s a clear reminder that real estate is hyper-local. And understanding what’s happening in your specific market is key.

Let’s talk about what’s unfolding in our area, and how that impacts the strategy for your next move.

08/23/2025

Remember when homes sold in a matter of days? Or hours?

Now, homes are on the market for an average of 58 days. That’s nearly double the time we saw during the frenzy just a few years ago.

That means you have more time to think. More time to negotiate. And less pressure to rush into a decision.

If you gave up on your move because of the intensity from a few years ago, things have changed. Let’s look at how much breathing room you’ve got in our local market.

08/21/2025

From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

If the chaos of the past few years drove you to hit pause, this is your green light. The market’s pace has shifted. You have more time. More options. More power.
And with the right agent guiding you, you’re in the best position you’ve been in for years.

Let’s talk about what the pace looks like in our area, and if now could be the right time for you to re-enter the market.

If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy.

08/19/2025

How Changing Rates Impact Your Monthly Payment

Even a small shift in mortgage rates can make a big difference in your monthly payment. Want to stay on top of rate changes and what they mean for your budget? Let’s connect.

08/16/2025

Everyone’s waiting for rates to fall. And according to NAR, the magic number they're hoping for is 6%. But is that number on the horizon?

Most forecasts say rates will stay in the mid-to-low sixes through the end of next year. But right after the latest weaker than expected jobs report, rates hit their lowest point so far this year (6.55%). And that sparked hope they’re on their way down.

Ultimately, what happens from here all depends on the next round of economic reports. As of right now, experts agree a bit drop isn’t expected, but small changes are possible. Here’s what to watch.

When rates do fall to 6%, it could unlock 5.5 million more buyers. So waiting would mean dealing with a lot more competition. And less negotiating power.

If you’re hoping to buy and you’re able to make the numbers work today, buying now might actually be to your advantage.

Want to talk about your options before the rush hits?