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Aug16, 2024

3 Reasons To Move in Today’s Shifting Market

By |August 16, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on 3 Reasons To Move in Today’s Shifting Market

  The housing market is in a transition. And that gives you three key opportunities going into the fall. There are more homes actively for sale. Builders are motivated to sell, so a newly built home may be more achievable than you think. And mortgage [...]

Aug10, 2024

Home Inspections For Sellers: How To Prepare

By |August 10, 2024|Categories: 55+, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on Home Inspections For Sellers: How To Prepare

If you’re thinking about selling your house, it’s important to know what the home inspection is and what inspectors look for. As supply grows and buyers regain negotiation power, you may find you want to do some select repairs with a good return on investment [...]

Aug05, 2024

What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Equity

By |August 5, 2024|Categories: 55+, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Equity

Curious about selling your home? Understanding how much equity you have is the first step to unlocking what you can afford when you move. And since home prices rose so much over the past few years, most people have much more equity than they may realize. Here’s a deeper look [...]

Aug02, 2024

3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash

By |August 2, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on 3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash

  Back in 2008, there was an oversupply of homes for sale. Today, there’s an undersupply. The three main sources of inventory show this isn’t like the last time. Existing homes, new homes, and foreclosures are all way below the levels we saw during the [...]

Jul29, 2024

Home Prices Are Moderating

By |July 29, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers|Tags: , |Comments Off on Home Prices Are Moderating

During the pandemic, home prices soared due to high demand coupled with low inventory and mortgage rates. But that rapid appreciation couldn’t last forever. Now, data confirms prices are still rising, just more moderately. This healthier pace is actually a good thing. It means home [...]

Jul22, 2024

How Affordability and Remote Work Are Changing Where People Live

By |July 22, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on How Affordability and Remote Work Are Changing Where People Live

There’s an interesting trend happening in the housing market. People are increasingly moving to more affordable areas, and remote or hybrid work is helping them do it. Consider Moving to a More Affordable Area Today’s high mortgage rates combined with continually rising home prices mean it’s tough for a lot of people [...]

Jul15, 2024

Reasons Why an Agent Is Invaluable Bankrate Quote

By |July 15, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on Reasons Why an Agent Is Invaluable Bankrate Quote

  Choosing the right agent is a big deal. One key thing to look for? A local real estate expert. You want to find someone who knows the area like the back of their hand, including where you're most likely to find the home you're [...]

Jul12, 2024

How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?

By |July 12, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?

  Are you wondering if the upcoming election will have an impact on the housing market? Here’s what history tells us you need to know if you’re considering a move. Data shows home sales slow in November but quickly bounce back and rise the following [...]

Jul02, 2024

Real Estate Still Holds the Title of Best Long-Term Investment

By |July 2, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Rent vs. Own, Sellers|Comments Off on Real Estate Still Holds the Title of Best Long-Term Investment

With all the headlines circulating about home prices and mortgage rates, you may be asking yourself if it still makes sense to buy a home right now, or if it’s better to keep renting. Here’s some information that could help put your mind at ease by showing that investing in [...]

Jun28, 2024

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of the Year

By |June 28, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Market Reports, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of the Year

  Wondering what will happen with the housing market in the second half of the year? According to the experts, home prices are set to climb moderately, mortgage rates might dip a little, and home sales are expected to stay steady. Have questions about what [...]

Jun21, 2024

Serious Drawbacks If You Sell Without an Agent

By |June 21, 2024|Categories: 55+, Infographic, Topic|Tags: , |Comments Off on Serious Drawbacks If You Sell Without an Agent

Thinking about selling your house without an agent? You should know there are some major downsides. You’d miss out on marketing tools, expert pricing, top-notch negotiation skills, and the know-how to handle all the fine print. Why take on all that stress alone? Let’s connect [...]

Jun17, 2024

Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?

By |June 17, 2024|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , |Comments Off on Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?

The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. As someone who’s thinking about potentially buying or selling a home, you’re probably curious about what effect, if any, elections have on the housing market. It’s a great question because buying or selling a home is a major decision, and it’s natural to wonder how [...]

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