The Shivers Report

Why expand when so many people in real estate are pulling back? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Keegan and Nick break down why the Nick Shivers Team chose now to expand into Arizona. From clients relocating south and new opportunities with distressed and investment properties to Arizona’s new construction market, they explain what made the timing make sense for the team. They also discuss w...

You can get your real estate license and immediately start helping someone navigate one of the biggest financial transactions of their life. But should you be able to? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan discuss a proposal from the CEO of Howard Hanna that new real estate agents should spend their first few years working under an experienced mentor before operating independently...

More homes are being sold off-market, through wholesalers, investors, cash buyers, and private transactions. But are sellers actually saving money by avoiding the open market? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down the real tradeoff between convenience and maximizing your return when selling a home. For some sellers, speed, certainty, privacy, or avoiding showings may ma...

Everyone says America needs more housing. But is the real problem a housing shortage, or an affordability shortage? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down why simply building more homes may not solve the affordability crisis. From rising construction costs and interest rates to government regulations and permitting expenses, builders face major obstacles when trying to p...

Mortgage delinquencies are rising, but does that mean the housing market is headed for another 2008? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan look beyond the headlines and break down what the delinquency numbers actually tell us about today’s housing market. After hitting historic lows during the pandemic-era housing boom, mortgage delinquencies have gradually increased. At the same...

Real estate has helped generations of Americans build wealth, but does it still make sense as an investment in today’s market? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan discuss how real estate investing has changed as home prices, mortgage rates, and operating costs have risen. While buying a home may not always be the better financial decision compared with renting right now, investm...

Compass says Zillow comes with a "1.3% Zillow Tax." But is there any evidence behind that claim? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan discuss the ongoing battle between Compass and Zillow, what it means for homeowners, and why transparency and exposure remain at the center of today's real estate conversation. They also discuss the future of the MLS, off-market listi...

The 2026 housing market has been a roller coaster, and the volatility may not be over yet. In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan discuss what buyers, sellers, homeowners, and investors should expect through the remainder of the year. With mortgage rates moving from below 6% to nearly 7%, inflation concerns returning, oil prices climbing, and uncertainty continuing across the econo...

Today’s real estate market is not for the faint of heart, especially for sellers. In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down the three factors that can determine whether a home sells successfully in 2026: pricing, exposure, and negotiation. With the market changing quickly, sellers can no longer rely solely on an old appraisal, tax-assessed value, a nearby sale from six mont...

A brand-new home and an existing home are both listed for $500,000. But are they really the same deal? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan answer listener questions about new construction versus resale and explain why the listing price is only part of the equation. Builders are offering incentives, mortgage rate buydowns, and upgrades to attract buyers. Those offers can make new...

Everyone is watching the Federal Reserve for the next interest rate cut. But Nick and Keegan are watching something else: diesel prices. In this episode of The Shivers Report, they discuss how rising fuel costs can affect everything from food and construction materials to inflation and mortgage rates. Diesel plays a role in nearly every part of the supply chain. As transportation and production be...

Is the housing market crashing, or are certain homes and price ranges simply having a harder time selling? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down what they're seeing across Oregon, Washington, and Arizona, where The Nick Shivers Team has more than 100 active listings. While national headlines focus on declining home prices and slowing transactions, the reality looks...

With mortgage rates rising, fewer transactions, and buyers and sellers facing difficult decisions, how is The Nick Shivers Team on track to close 51 deals in September with just 14 agents? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan share the strategies their team is using to get deals across the finish line in today's challenging real estate market. From creative financing and assu...

Looking at comparable home sales? You may be missing the two biggest factors affecting home values in today's market. In this episode of  The Shivers Report , Nick and Keegan explain why sold prices don't always tell the full story—especially if you're selling near new construction or in areas with institutional investor activity. Builder incentives, mortgage rate buy-downs, and large...

Can joining the right real estate team completely change your business? In this episode of  The Shivers Report , Nick and Keegan discuss the story of one of their agents, Vanessa, who went from signing just  two listings in all of 2025  to  nine listings in her first six weeks  after joining the team. They explore what changed—and why systems, mentorship, and opportunity matter more than ever in t...

We're halfway through 2026, so what is the data actually telling us about the Pacific Northwest housing market? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down the latest housing statistics across Southwest Washington, Portland, the Willamette Valley, King County, and Bend to explain where prices are holding, where they're softening, and what buyers and sellers should exp...

Mortgage rates remain elevated. Inflation is still a concern. Global uncertainty continues. So where is the housing market headed? In this episode of  The Shivers Report , we break down why today's real estate market feels stuck in limbo and what buyers and sellers should expect moving forward. 💥 In this episode: Why mortgage rates remain elevated How global uncertainty impacts housing Seattl...

Oil prices have dropped—but mortgage rates are barely moving. So what's really going on? In this episode of  The Shivers Report , Nick and Keegan break down why lower energy prices haven't translated into lower mortgage rates and what today's economic data means for the housing market. From inflation and bond markets to buyer activity and home sales, we discuss why the market continues...

The housing market isn't going back to 2021—and waiting for lower interest rates may not be the strategy many buyers and sellers are hoping for. In this episode of  The Shivers Report , Nick and Keegan break down the realities of today's real estate market and why understanding your local market is more important than ever. From inflation and interest rates to neighborhood-by-neighborhood...

Need to sell your home fast? A cash offer might seem like the easiest solution—but is it the best one? In this episode of  The Shivers Report , Nick and Keegan discuss why more homeowners are finding themselves in "have to sell" situations and how knowing all of your options can make a huge financial difference. From job relocations and financial hardship to inherited properties and life...

The Road to Housing Act has been praised as a major step toward solving America's housing shortage—but will it actually make a difference? In this episode of  The Shivers Report , Nick and Keegan break down what's inside the proposed legislation, what it aims to fix, and why meaningful changes to housing affordability won't happen overnight. From reducing permitting delays to expanding...

Is today’s market the hardest real estate market since the Great Financial Crisis? The answer depends on who you ask—and where you live. In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down why real estate feels so challenging right now, especially in the Pacific Northwest. From slower sales and cautious buyers to changing agent expectations and shrinking transaction volume, today&#39...

More homeowners are taking their homes off the market—and it's raising a lot of questions. In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down why sellers are choosing to wait instead of accepting today's market realities, and what that says about the current state of real estate. With many homeowners locked into mortgage rates below 4%, elevated interest rates, and ongoing p...

Politicians keep saying that banning institutional investors will make housing more affordable. But will it actually work? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan break down one of the biggest housing policy debates happening right now and explain why many experts believe it's missing the real problem. While institutional investors make for an easy target, they own a surprisingl...

Real estate has helped generations of Americans build wealth, but does it still make sense as an investment in today’s market? In this episode of The Shivers Report, Nick and Keegan discuss how real estate investing has changed as home prices, mortgage rates, and operating costs have risen. While buying a home may not always be the better financial decision compared with renting right now, investm...