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Let's Get This
House Party Started
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The holiday decorations are officially packed away, but the good vibes for 2026 are definitely here! Now that the tinsel dust has settled, January feels like the perfect time to just enjoy the cozy comfort of home.
Did you make any resolutions about finally getting a dedicated craft space, or maybe just dreaming of a different view? Whatever your plans, I'm wishing you a year full of happiness, great moments, and maybe a little home improvement project or two.
Enjoy the slow pace of the new year!
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Why So Many People Are Thankful They Bought A Home This Year
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Homebuyers are weighing their options right now, and they certainly have a lot on their minds. But here’s what many recent buyers would tell you: even with all that, making a move is worth it. Life doesn’t wait for better market conditions. So, your decision shouldn’t be about trying to time the market perfectly...
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Keeping Current Matters
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Market Stat Analysis
The average sales price remained steady from November to December, with just a slight uptick. December saw an increase in the number of closed units, which is typical for this time of year. Many buyers make a final push to close before year-end, whether to settle into a new home for the holidays or take advantage of homestead benefits before the calendar resets.
We also saw days on market tick slightly downward— an indicators of increased buyer activity. As we move into the new year and approach the spring season, we expect this momentum to continue, especially with interest rates improving.
Overall, the market is shaping up to be active and favorable for both buyers and sellers. With rates trending downward and home prices—at least for now—remaining steady, early 2026 is positioning itself as a promising window of opportunity.
The market is starting the year on solid footing. Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on things, now is a great time to start the conversation and understand your options before the busy spring season arrives!
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Mortgage Rates Stable, Purchase Demand Rising
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In the first full week of the new year, mortgage rates remained within a narrow range, hovering close to the 6% mark. The combination of solid economic growth and lower rates has led to improving momentum in for-sale residential demand, with purchase applications up over 20% from a year ago.
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The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.16% as of January 8, 2026, up slightly from last week when it averaged 6.15%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.93%.
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The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.46%, up from last week when it averaged 5.44%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.14%.
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January 9th - February 8th
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Colors of the Wild at the Jacksonville Zoo
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Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey takes you from the depths of the ocean to the vast African savanna, then into the realm of mystical creatures from Asia, all illuminated in breathtaking detail.
Be sure to check Jacksonville Zoo website for exact dates, times and details.
Learn More
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The Trans-Siberian Orchestra will bring their spectacular Ghosts of Christmas Eve Tour to the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on December 11, delivering an electrifying holiday performance filled with stunning light displays, powerful rock symphonies, and the immersive storytelling that has made TSO a seasonal tradition for fans of all ages.
Learn More
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Lifestyle Tips and Tricks
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How To Stretch Your Options,
Not Your Budget
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One of the biggest homebuying advantages you can give yourself today is surprisingly simple: a flexible wish list.
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keeping current matters
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Most Popular Housing Styles of 2025
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The results are in. These are most searched home styles of 2025- and we're breaking down what makes each one so popular.
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Pantone 2026 Color of the Year
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The world's leading color authority, Pantone, just announced that it's 2026 Color of the Year is 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. People have plenty to say about a white- any white- being the new year's crowning color.
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Take a Look Back at 25 Years of Design Trends
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These were the hottest trends each year since 2000. How many did you try?
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4 BD 2 BA 1920 SF $715,000
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720 & 722 2nd Ave N, 32250
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4 BD 3 BA 1730 SF $689,000- Price Reduced
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3 BD 3 BA 1671 SF $605,000 - SOLD!
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1431 Riverplace Boulevard, Unit #2003, 32207
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1 BD 1 BA 1125 SF $330,000- SOLD!
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Once school let out for Christmas break we headed to Sea Island for a weekend to celebrate my in-law's 50th Anniversary! Simply incredible!
We had such a fun family trip in Georgia. The boys got to shoot air rifles for the first time, Marion and I competed in skeet shooting (it was close, she may have hit just a few more than I did), ate some good food, putt-putt, and some much more packed into just a several day road trip to Sea Island. Everyone had a blast.
Santa visited the Lane house this year and the kids were freakin stoked! Ellie got her barbie jeep, Santa brought Wesley a Nintendo64 AND a new bike and Ethan got his own iPad so he would stop bumming off his siblings (yes he's a little young but hey sometimes it's easy to shove an iPad in his face while we get things done around the house).
New Years Eve was lowkey for us as a family - just us hanging at the house with steaks and potatoes, a solid fire in the fireplace with football on, sparklers and popits for the kids. All in bed by 11pm. Love it!
We took our last selfie at the Jags stadium over the weekend. What a tough way to lose that game - mistakes on all sides of the ball. Such an awesome season, though. Never thought we would have been so good so I'm thankful for the wins this year. Gives us all hope for sustained success for the foreseeable future. GO JAGS!
Since the day after Christmas my phone hasn't stopped ringing. I've worked every day since with very little time off but it's what I hoped and prayed for so I can't be happier.
Thanks for reading and see ya next month!
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Inside the Willie Lane Group
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2025 Year-End Stats
37 Homes Sold
$27.2M in Sales Volume
A heartfelt thank you to all our amazing clients and referral partners for trusting us!
Looking forward to 2026 with gratitude and momentum. Because of your trust and confidence, 2025 was a win. Thank you for being part of it!
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Have You Checked Out our Website?
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Full of useful resources, the WLG website is a great site to bookmark for all things real estate and information on Northeast Florida. You can search properties, find vendors for services, get a comprehensive guide to selling your home, request a home valuation and much more!
WillieLaneGroup.com
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Thanks for reading and subscribing! Ready to achieve your next real estate goal?
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Compass RE is a licensed real estate broker. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions.
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