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Market ReportJul 8, 2026

The Bay Islands Buyer's Market: What the Data Really Says About Q2 2026

New listings outpaced closings 3.7-to-1 in Q2 2026 — the highest ratio in six quarters. H1 volume is down 32% on the MLS, yet $37.8M in off-market deals surpassed all official closed volume combined. Here's what the data actually says for buyers and sellers right now.

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Market ReportJun 17, 2026

Is This the Beginning of Utila's Next Boom?

After three quiet years, Utila has closed more property in five months of 2026 than all of 2025. Inside the data behind a possible new boom.

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Buying GuideMay 7, 2026

Why 9 out of 10 American Buyers Still Use a Real Estate Agent — and What That Means for Buying Property in Roatán

88% of American homebuyers still hire a real estate agent in the most transparent property market on earth. In Roatán, where documents are in Spanish, title types differ dramatically, and key market intel is never online, the case for representation is dramatically stronger — not weaker.

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Market ReportApr 30, 2026

Roatán Q1 2026 Real Estate Market Report: A Cooling Market Behind the Headlines

Closed deals fell 15.8% year-over-year, days on market rose 27%, and buyers negotiated 8.3% off list price. Behind the headline numbers, Q1 2026 tells a clear story: the Roatán market is cooling — and for the right buyers, that is the opportunity.

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