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Jul18, 2022

Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?

By |July 18, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?

If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back into the market. That’s because today’s market is undergoing a shift, and the supply of homes for sale [...]

Jul11, 2022

The Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for Homebuyers

By |July 11, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Topic|Comments Off on The Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for Homebuyers

Over the past few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac fell by half a percent. The drop happened over concerns about a potential recession. And since mortgage rates have risen dramatically this year, homebuyers across the country should see this decline as welcome news. Freddie Mac reports that [...]

Jul02, 2022

Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |July 2, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

  Some Highlights Based on a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for nine years in a row. Owning real estate is more than just a place to call home. It’s also an investment in your future. That’s because it’s typically a stable and secure [...]

Jun27, 2022

Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

By |June 27, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Articles, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

You may be reading headlines and hearing talk about a potential housing bubble or a crash, but it’s important to understand that the data and expert opinions tell a different story. A recent survey from Pulsenomics asked over one hundred housing market experts and real estate economists if they [...]

Jun24, 2022

Why an Agent Is Essential When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |June 24, 2022|Categories: 55+, Real Estate Articles, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on Why an Agent Is Essential When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights When it comes to pricing your house, there’s a lot to consider. The only way to ensure you price it right is by partnering with a local real estate professional. To find the best price, your agent balances current market demand, the values of [...]

Jun23, 2022

The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past Year

By |June 23, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Articles, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past Year

If you own a home, your net worth likely just got a big boost thanks to rising home equity. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. And today, based on recent home price appreciation, you’re building that equity far faster [...]

Jun13, 2022

More Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment Than Ever Before

By |June 13, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on More Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment Than Ever Before

Americans’ opinion on the value of real estate as an investment is climbing. That’s according to an annual survey from Gallup. Not only is real estate viewed as the best investment for the ninth year in a row, but more Americans selected it than ever before. This [...]

Jun10, 2022

The Top Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |June 10, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Articles, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on The Top Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home. If you’re considering homeownership, know that it can give you privacy, comfort, and a place to express yourself. It can also provide financial stability and help you grow [...]

May31, 2022

What Does the Rest of the Year Hold for the Housing Market?

By |May 31, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Articles, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on What Does the Rest of the Year Hold for the Housing Market?

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, you’re at an exciting decision point. And anytime you make a big decision like that, one thing you should always consider is timing. So, what does the rest of the year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts have [...]

May19, 2022

The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

By |May 19, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Articles, Sellers|Comments Off on The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

A recession does not equal a housing crisis. That’s the one thing that every homeowner today needs to know. Everywhere you look, experts are warning we could be heading toward a recession, and if true, an economic slowdown doesn’t mean homes will lose value. The National [...]

May12, 2022

Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

By |May 12, 2022|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Articles, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today. If you’re looking to buy a home, you may have [...]

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