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The Real Reason Home Sales Slowed in January. And It's Not What You Think.

February 18th, 2026 by John De Souza

If you saw headlines that talked about how "home sales fell sharply in January," it probably raised an eyebrow – especially if you're thinking about selling your house. But context matters.

Yes, in January, home sales declined. But that has more to do with seasonality and the weather than it does with any big drop off in demand.

What's Really Behind the Decline?

Reports coming out of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) say the pace of home sales fell roughly 8.4% last month compared to the month before. And that's true. But it isn't necessarily cause for alarm.

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Posts from February 18th, 2026

The Real Reason Home Sales Slowed in January. And It's Not What You Think.

What's Really Behind the Decline?

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Posts from February 18th, 2026

The Real Reason Home Sales Slowed in January. And It's Not What You Think.

What's Really Behind the Decline?

Contact Us

Market Areas

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MICHIGAN

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