Coach Buys Homes

11/05/2026

Mortgage rates just fell for the third straight week but the bigger story is what this means for buyers.

The average 30-year fixed rate moved down to 7.18% for the week ending November 5, 2026, from 7.24% the week before.

That is a step in the right direction. But rates are still above 7%, and many buyers are still feeling the pressure.

Here is the part worth watching: Realtor.com reports that 43% of active listings have had a price reduction, while pending sales fell 10.5% year over year in October.

That can create a different kind of opportunity for buyers who are financially prepared:
📍Less competition in some markets
📍More room to negotiate on certain homes
📍More sellers adjusting prices
📍A stronger reason to know your payment range before you shop

This is not a prediction that rates will suddenly drop. It is a reminder that the market is not one-size-fits-all.

If you are waiting for the “perfect” rate, use this time to get clear on your numbers, your credit, your comfortable payment, and the areas where you would actually want to live.

Prepared buyers have more options than unprepared buyers.

Source: Realtor.com — Mortgage Rates Fall for Third Straight Week

11/04/2026

Real estate sounds simple until someone starts explaining the actual process.
Which step confused you the most the first time? Tell us below.

10/28/2026

Coach explains how to get started in the real estate investment business

10/26/2026

Why are investors paying closer attention to storage? Where should someone begin? What opportunities could be ahead and what should you understand before making a move?

Join us for a valuable conversation designed to help you think differently about your next real estate investment opportunity.

October 28, 2026
2:00 PM ET

He’s back and this time, we’re talking storage investing.

After an incredible first conversation, Alex Pardo is returning to the Small Market Session for round two.

This time, we’re exploring:
Getting Into Storage Investing in 2027

Why are more real estate investors paying attention to storage? What opportunities could be ahead? And what should you know before making your first move into this space?

Join us on October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET for another insightful conversation with Alex Pardo.

If you caught his first session, you already know this is one you won’t want to miss. If you missed it, now is your chance to join the conversation.

10/26/2026

How long can a house sit before it costs you?

Redfin’s 2025 numbers: the typical Charleston home took about 30 days to go under contract. In Huntington, about 51.

That’s before closing.

While a house waits, the taxes, insurance, utilities, and upkeep keep running.

If your house sat for 50 days, which cost would be hardest to cover?

Source: Redfin 2025 annual market data for Charleston and Huntington, WV.

10/22/2026

Which one is your biggest concern right now?

A. Down payment
B. Monthly payment
C. Credit
D. Finding the right home
E. Not knowing where to begin

Comment with a letter. No judgment just clarity.

10/21/2026

Myth: Your credit must be perfect.

Perfect credit is not the goal. Knowing where you stand is the goal.

Once you understand your credit profile, you can identify what may need attention, what options may be available, and what timeline makes sense for you.

The earlier you check, the more time you may have to improve your position.

10/21/2026

Coach’s note: stop waiting for perfect confidence.

Confidence usually comes after clarity not before it.

Your first step is not making an offer. Your first step is understanding your numbers, your payment range, and your options.

10/20/2026

Myth: You need 20% down.

The 20% rule is one of the most common things that keeps potential buyers on the sidelines.

The truth is that down-payment requirements can vary based on the loan program, property, borrower profile, and other factors. That does not mean every buyer qualifies for every option but it does mean assumptions should not replace a real conversation.