Interest Rates, Home Prices & AI 🤖 What SW VA Buyers NEED to Know in 2026 | DGA Radio Ep 6 Seg 2

Описание: Is it smart to wait before buying or selling a home in Southwest Virginia? 🤔
On this episode of Real Estate Radio, Damon breaks down what buyers and sellers really need to understand about home appreciation, interest rates, and timing the market.

Fresh off a national real estate conference with Zillow economists, Damon explains why waiting for rates to drop could actually cost you more—especially if you are moving up to a larger home. He also dives into how consumer sentiment, inventory shortages, and AI are reshaping real estate decisions in 2026.

If you live in Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, Botetourt County, Bedford, or anywhere in Southwest Virginia, this conversation gives you real numbers, real examples, and real advice—no hype.

Thinking about buying, selling, or just trying to make a smart move?
👉 Visit ListWithDamon.com to talk with a local expert who knows this market.

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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Welcome Back to Real Estate Radio
00:37 – Will Home Prices Really Go Up Next Year?
01:07 – Should You Wait or Buy Now?
01:40 – The Real Math Behind Moving Up vs Waiting
02:30 – Interest Rates Explained (Without the Hype)
03:04 – Why Lowball Offers Hurt Buyers
03:47 – Real-Life Example: Buying at the Right Time
04:13 – Solar Farms & Property Values
04:48 – Consumer Sentiment vs Market Reality
05:30 – Why 2–3% Rates Are Not Coming Back
06:19 – Renting vs Buying at 7% Interest
07:18 – AI’s Role in Real Estate Today
08:02 – “Human in the Loop” & AI Accuracy
08:40 – AI, Job Loss & Market Impact
10:37 – What’s Coming Next + Final Thoughts


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Damon Gettier
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Salem VA 24153
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