October is Here. Is It Time to Reevaluate Your Real Estate Goals
Noah Goedker October 1, 2025
Noah Goedker October 1, 2025
October has officially arrived in the Brainerd Lakes area. The leaves are turning, the docks are being pulled in, and sweater weather is in full swing. But beyond pumpkin patches and bonfires, the beginning of a new month is the perfect opportunity to reevaluate where you stand with your real estate goals.
Whether you are thinking about selling, buying, investing, or just wondering what your home is worth in today’s market, October gives you a clean slate to take action.
If you were planning to buy a home in 2025 or early 2026, now is a great time to revisit your budget, talk to a lender, or refine your home criteria. Inventory in the Brainerd Lakes region often dips before the holidays, so your best move may be to get positioned now and be ready to strike when the right property appears.
October is a surprisingly strong month for serious buyer activity. Many people want to be settled before winter, and competition among listings starts to drop. If you are even thinking about selling in the next six months, now is the time to schedule your home prep, photography, or a CMA to see what your home is worth.
Market conditions do not stay the same for long. Mortgage rates, buyer demand, and home values all evolve seasonally. What was true in July might not be true today. If it has been a few months since you last checked in on the numbers, October is the right time to update your perspective.
October gives you just enough runway to make a move before snow is on the ground. Whether that means prepping your lake home for sale or hunting for a year round place in town, you still have time to make something happen before winter.
The first of the month is not just a calendar date. It is a chance to reset your goals and make the most of the season ahead. If you are curious about what your options look like in the Brainerd Lakes market, let’s talk. Whether it is selling, buying, or just running the numbers, I am here to help you move forward with confidence.
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