Uncategorized Home Projects That Boost Value Home Projects That Boost Value Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Your time, energy, and money matter – not all upgrades offer the payoff you might expect. As U.S. News Real Estate explains: “. . . not every home renovation project […]
Uncategorized Why You’ll Want a Home Inspection
Uncategorized Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left many people wondering what’s next – and whether now is the right time to move. There is one place you can turn to for the answers you want the most. And that’s the experts. Leading housing experts are starting to release their […]
Uncategorized Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t The stock market has been bouncing around more than usual with all the economic uncertainty. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, you’ve probably felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may make you feel a little worried about your finances. But […]
Uncategorized The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked Saving up to buy a home can feel intimidating, especially now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to put 20% down can feel like a significant roadblock. But that’s a common misconception. Here’s thHere’sh. Do You Have to Put 20% Down When You Buy a Home? You won’t have to unless […]
Uncategorized Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible
Uncategorized What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving many people wondering what it means for the value of their home – and their buying power. Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in the housing market during […]
Uncategorized A Tale of Two Housing Markets For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like crazy. But lately, things are starting to shift. Some areas are still super competitive for buyers, while others are seeing more homes sit on the market, giving buyers a bit more […]
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Uncategorized Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Aren’t a Warning Sign When it feels like the cost of just about everything is rising, it’s only natural to wonder what that means for the housing market. Some people are even questioning whether more homeowners will struggle to make their mortgage payments, which could ultimately lead to a wave of foreclosures. Recent data showing that foreclosure filings have […]
Uncategorized Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year. Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment. Conditions just weren’t great. Inventory was too low, prices were too high, and mortgage rates were bouncing all over. That made it really hard to find a home you […]
Uncategorized You Finally Have More Options for Your Move
Uncategorized Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait? \ At some point, you’ve probably heard the saying: “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.” That’s because homeownership is a long-term investment, and home prices typically rise over time. So, while you may be holding out for prices to fall or rates to improve, you […]
Uncategorized What’s Your House Worth Now? The Answer May Surprise You Let’s talk about something you might not check nearly as often as your bank account – and that’s how much your home is worth. But when it comes to your financial situation, it’s an important thing to remember. When’s the last time you had a professional show you the value of your home? Think about […]
Uncategorized What You Can Do When Mortgage Rates Are a Moving Target Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately? One day they go down a little. The next day, they go back up again. It can feel confusing and even frustrating if you’re trying to decide whether now’s a good time to buy a home. Take a look at the graph below. It uses data […]
Uncategorized Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House According to Realtor.com, the best week to list your house this year was April 13–19. And since that week has come and gone, you might be wondering: did I miss my chance? Not at all – and here’s why. That’s just one source’s take, based on their own research. Other organizations run similar studies. And […]
Uncategorized If the Asking Price Isn’t Compelling, It’s Not Selling
Uncategorized Pre-Approval Isn’t Commitment – It’s Clarity If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one of the smartest moves you can make. Why? Because, like anything in life, the right prep work makes things clearer. The best time to get serious […]
Uncategorized Do You Think the Housing Market’s About To Crash? Read This First Lately, it seems that many people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news, you might have seen some pretty scary headlines yourself. That’s why it’s no surprise that, according to data from Clever Real Estate, 70% of Americans […]
Uncategorized Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help You’ve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have the keys to a place that’s truly yours. You might not realize that your tax return could give you a little extra cash to help you get there sooner. As Freddie Mac notes: “ . . . your tax refund […]
Uncategorized 4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring Now that spring is here, more buyers are entering the market, and competition is heating up. If you’re serious about landing a home you’ll love, you need more than just a wish list. You need an innovative strategy that starts with working with a great agent who can help you create a firm offer. Here […]