Published April 2, 2024

A Challenging Year in Review: Looking Back and Looking Ahead

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Written by Wes Jones

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2023 proved to be a challenging year in real estate nationwide. It's been a grind since the second quarter of 2022, with nationwide sales hitting levels not seen since the Great Recession. To put it in perspective, there were 40% fewer transactions in 2023 compared to 2021.


Although we didn't break any personal records or reach our yearly goal, we managed to stay within a ballpark range of our five-year trend and secured the top spot in our office for production. 


The past 21 months of hard work and uncertainty have provided a valuable perspective on real estate, life, and relationships. I'm truly grateful for all our clients, past and present, our referral partners, and even those who have supported us from the sidelines. Whether through encouragement or a simple 'like,' we see you, hear you, and appreciate you!


As we get ready to kick off Q2 2024, it's clear that this year is off to a much swifter start than last year. However, we're still navigating through a high-interest rate environment, facing massive misconceptions from the press regarding the Realtor class action lawsuit, and gearing up for an election at year's end.


Despite all this, I'm more optimistic and driven than ever to make 2024 an amazing year for our team, our clients, and our families.

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