In this episode of The West Michigan Minute, I sit down with my friend and fellow market leader Brian Klingel for an honest, unscripted conversation about the housing market.

Brian and I are technically competitors in neighboring markets, but that makes this conversation even more interesting. We talk openly about what actually happened in the market last year, what most people misunderstood, and what we’re both seeing as we head into the next year.

We also share how we met, how competition really works behind the scenes, and why collaboration and perspective matter more than ever in today’s market.

This episode is for anyone who wants real context, not headlines or hype, whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or just paying attention to where the market is headed.

Episode Notes / Bullet Highlights

• What surprised us most about the market last year
• Common misconceptions buyers and sellers still believe
• Early indicators we’re watching going into the next year
• How top agents think about competition and collaboration
• Why the market narrative often lags reality