Explaining Today’s Low Housing Supply [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Wondering why the supply of homes for sale is limited today? There are a few factors at play. Lack of building over time, the mortgage rate lock-in effect, and people staying in their houses longer are three of the main reasons why supply is low. But real estate agents know exactly where to look [...]
Planning to Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Make a Move
Reaching retirement is a significant milestone in life, bringing with it a lot of change and new opportunities. As the door to this exciting chapter opens, one thing you may be considering is selling your house and finding a home better suited for your evolving needs. Fortunately, you [...]
Home Price Forecasts Revised for 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Last year, some housing experts projected a decline in home prices by the end of 2023. But that didn’t happen – inventory was just too low. While it’s normal for experts to re-forecast throughout the year, the good news for 2023 is that prices are no longer projected to decrease. Let’s connect so you know what’s happening with home values in our [...]
Homeowners Have a Lot of Equity Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Your equity grows as you pay down your home loan and as home prices increase. With home prices rising again, your equity is getting an extra boost. Almost half of homeowners are equity rich because they have at least 50% equity in their homes. If you’ve been in your home for [...]
Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights There are only about half the number of homes for sale compared to the last normal years in the market. That means buyers don’t have enough options right now. So, if you work with an agent to list your house, it should be in the spotlight. If you're [...]
Where Are People Moving Today and Why?
Plenty of people are still moving these days. And if you’re thinking of making a move yourself, you may be considering the inventory and affordability challenges in the housing market and wondering what you can do to help offset those. A new report from Gravy Analytics provides insight into where people are searching for homes [...]
There’s Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market Today
Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how few homes there are for sale today. You may have heard inventory is low right now, but you may not fully realize just how low or [...]
Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Want to know what experts say will happen in the rest of 2023? Home prices are already appreciating again in many areas. The average of the expert forecasts shows positive price growth. Where mortgage rates go for the rest of the year will depend on inflation. Based on historical trends, rates are likely to ease [...]
Podcast: Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations
Listen in as Caz Bielen interviews Joe Peters as to the current state of our local real estate market. You can watch this interview here. Don't forget to check out our latest market reports!
Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXO8frh8ykQ You can listen to the podcast of this interview here. Don't forget to check out our latest market reports!
Key Housing Market Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights If you’re considering buying or selling a home, you’ll want to know what’s happening in the housing market. Housing inventory is still very low, prices are climbing back up, and homes are selling fast when priced right. If you want more information about our local area and what the trends mean for your plans [...]
Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008
If you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've probably come across headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market. This may have left you with some uncertainty, especially if you're considering buying a home. It’s important to understand the context of [...]