Market Update - New Listings

I've been fascinated by how time seems to speed up as I get older. I was shocked to see April 1 pop up on my calendar this week—it’s hard to believe that the first quarter of 2025 is already behind us and that summer is just around the corner. Maybe it’s a mid-life crisis kicking in, but lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about time and aging.

I know aging is inevitable—it happens to the best of us—but I can’t help but feel like it’s catching up with me faster than I expected, despite my best efforts to slow it down. Like so many others, I’ve become obsessed with watching longevity specialists, life-hackers, and a seemingly endless stream of “influencers” on social media. There are countless opinions on the best diets, exercises, supplements, morning routines, sleep habits, and even things I’d never considered before. Trying to separate science from hype can be overwhelming and exhausting.

We’ve experimented with a few of these so-called life hacks and have had some positive experiences. The cold plunge was a tough one for me to wrap my head around at first, but I ended up enjoying it as part of my morning routine, which usually starts with a two-mile walk with Perla. The cold plunge fit perfectly between my walk and my Peloton workout, which warmed me back up afterward. Shawn, on the other hand, immediately thrived on it—he was like a different person after just a few minutes in the chilly tub of water!

My favorite discovery has been my Oura ring. Sleep has always been a challenge for me, and I’ve come to realize that a good night’s rest is one of—if not the most—important factors for overall health, recovery, and mental well-being. The Oura ring has been an incredible tool for identifying and correcting habits that were sabotaging my sleep, like drinking alcohol, eating too late, or exercising too late. Since making adjustments, my sleep has improved dramatically, and I’ve even made a game out of trying to beat my previous night’s sleep score. I’m still chasing that elusive 100!

Have you tried any new habits or hacks that have made a difference for you? I’d love to hear about them!

If I had to describe the current real estate market in one word, it would be "sluggish"—at least compared to the more active period from January through early March when inventory levels were lower and well-priced homes were selling quickly.