As we begin 2026, it feels different from the past few years. Not louder. Not faster. Just steadier. More intentional.
Already this year, sellers have been reaching out earlier than usual to start conversations and make thoughtful plans for the year ahead. Buyers, too, seem ready to engage again, touring homes, asking smart questions, and allowing themselves to feel excited about buying a home. There’s a sense of clarity that hasn’t always been present, and as a real estate professional working closely with clients every day, that’s something I don’t take lightly.
But this moment didn’t appear overnight.
Because the truth is, none of us truly knew how an event like COVID would continue to affect us years later. We understood the immediate impact on the housing market, interest rates, and daily life. What we couldn’t anticipate was how deeply it would influence our business decisions, our sense of security, and the way we move forward, especially when it comes to buying or selling a home.
The Long-Term Effects We’re Still Discovering
COVID didn’t just disrupt routines; it reshaped how many of us think about stability, space, flexibility, and control. Home became more than an address, it became an office, a refuge, and a foundation. For many people, that experience quietly changed how they approach major financial decisions.
Now, years later, we’re beginning to recognize how those changes still show up. Decisions feel heavier, but also more intentional. People want information, context, and a trusted advisor to help them understand their options before making a move.
That’s not uncertainty. That’s discernment.
What This Means for the Real Estate Market in 2026
In today’s Nevada real estate market, I’m seeing clients approach buying and selling with more care and strategy than ever before. Sellers want to understand timing, pricing, and positioning before listing their homes. Buyers want to know not just what’s available, but what makes sense for their long-term lifestyle and financial goals.
These are not transactional conversations, they’re strategic ones.
As a local real estate expert, my role is to provide clear market insight, honest guidance, and a plan tailored to each client’s situation. Especially in a market shaped by years of change, experience and local knowledge matter.
Moving Forward Without a Script
There’s no playbook for navigating the long-term effects of a global event like COVID. Everyone processes it differently, and everyone moves forward on their own timeline.
What I’m encouraged by as we start 2026 is the quality of the conversations happening now. People are planning with purpose. They’re asking better questions. They’re making decisions that align with where they want to go, not just reacting to headlines or pressure.
Real estate has always been about more than homes. It’s about people, trust, timing, and guidance. And as we continue to learn how the past few years have shaped us, it feels like 2026 is becoming a year defined by thoughtful action and informed decisions.
If you’re considering buying or selling a home this year, starting the conversation early, without pressure, can make all the difference.
