Hilton Head Island Condo Market: What’s Really Happening in 2025If you’ve been eyeing Hilton Head Island condos — whether for short-term rentals, snowbird escapes, or long-term appreciation — you’ve probably noticed the tone shifting this year.

Here's a new spin from Yahoo on Huntsville.The Southern City That's Becoming the Next NashvilleKey Takeaways👉Huntsville, Alabama is emerging as a new city to watch in the South due to its rapid growth, strong economy, and investment in the music scene.

Think Phoenix, Austin, Tampa, Las Vegas. . .the same markets that overheated during the pandemic surge.For borrowers with low down payments and rapid appreciation expectations, a 3–5% dip in value can erase equity fast.Negative equity isn’t a nationwide story, it’s a localized one.

Grand Rapids is a great market long-term, but you’re right: that non-homestead tax rate in Michigan can sting for investors.

The reassessment risk is real, but probably more predictable than in a rapidly developing area, like Woodlawn.  

A lot of areas here are growing rapidly so there's tons of opportunities to jump in.

However, there is a better way.Cash-Out RefinanceIf you invest in a city where existing homes appreciate rapidly, you can grow your portfolio at a fraction of the cost of investing in a slow or no appreciation market.

The market here is interesting, and seems to be stalling, although construction continues at rapid rates.

   •   Rapid days on market (~44) means a well-positioned rehab could turn relatively quick

With rates shifting and lending tightening, I’m curious where you think the note market is heading.