Is 2026 the year you finally make your move in real estate? In this episode of Get Real With Eddie, we break down what’s really happening in today’s market — and why smart buyers and sellers are getting organized and positioning themselves for success right now.

From real local data in Plainfield, IL to buyer demand trends and why January is one of the best months to buy, this show is packed with practical insight you can use immediately.

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a property that didn’t move, or just watching the market, this episode will help you make smarter decisions in 2026.

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00:00 Organization in 2026 03:20 Ask Yourself These 5 Questions Before Buying 10:39 Why 2026 Is a Good Year to Be Optimistic About Real Estate 17:13 What to Do If Your Home Didn’t Sell 29:26 Plainfield, IL Market Sales Data 35:33 Buyer Demand Is Picking Back Up 45:14 Why January Is the Best Time to Buy a Home

In this episode of Get Real With Eddie, we kick off 2026 by spotlighting the Joliet Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the powerful role local volunteers play in protecting and supporting our neighborhoods during times of crisis. From natural disasters to community emergencies, these everyday heroes are often the first line of defense — providing life-saving assistance, organization, and hope when it matters most.

We also connect the dots between community strength and real estate confidence. With headlines causing uncertainty, Eddie breaks down what’s really happening with home values and what it means for homeowners, buyers, and investors in 2026. If you’re wondering whether now is the right time to sell, buy, or hold, this episode brings clarity through real local data and real-world insight.

Finally, we look ahead at why more buyers are planning to move in 2026 and what that means for the Joliet and Will County housing market. Whether you care about community safety, your home’s value, or your next move, this episode delivers the facts without the fear.

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00:00:00 Welcome to 2026 00:01:13 Joliet Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) 00:28:12 Do the headlines have you worried about your home’s value? 00:44:32 More buyers are planning to move in 2026

The Federal Reserve has dropped rates—so what does that really mean for buyers, sellers, and investors right now? In this episode, we break down how lower rates impact the housing market, where to find the best deals today, and what the latest Will County sales data is telling us about local trends.

We also talk strategy—how to stretch your options in a changing market, protect yourself and your home, and spotlight a great opportunity at 3806 Brenton Drive in Joliet, Illinois. Whether you’re actively house hunting, investing, or just trying to understand where the market is headed, this episode delivers practical, real-world insight you can use.

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00:00:00 The Fed Drops Rates 00:10:37 How to Find the Best Deal Now 00:17:49 Will County Sales Data 00:26:50 Talking Sci-Fi 00:30:05 How to Stretch Your Options 00:37:09 3806 Brenton Dr, Joliet, IL For Sale 00:44:48 Things to Protect Your Home and Yourself