Early Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market
Thinking about moving in 2025 and wondering what to expect? In their early 2025 housing market forecasts, experts say mortgage rates will come down slightly. As that happens, more buyers will jump back into the market, so more [...]
Top Seller Mistakes and the Best Way To Avoid Them
Want to know the top mistakes today’s homeowners are making when they sell? Here they are: -Pricing your house too high -Skipping necessary repairs -Not being objective -Not being willing to negotiate Let’s connect if you want to talk more about how an agent [...]
What Mortgage Rate Are You Waiting For?
You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen in 2024, according to Freddie Mac (see [...]
Inventory Improves Year-over-Year
Did you know? The supply of homes for sale has grown significantly this year. Here’s what that growth means: More options for your move More negotiation power for you More likely sellers will make some repairs More moderate price growth Please connect with [...]
Mortgage Rate Changes Affect Your Purchasing Power
Thinking about buying a home? It’s important to know how mortgage rates can affect your monthly payment. Because even a slight change in rates can have a big impact. Overall, rates have been trending down lately. So, this could be your chance to make your [...]
26 Ramapo Trail Branchburg NJ 08876
Coldwell Banker Realty This beautifully updated center hall colonial located on a mature cul-de-sac lot with private views of natural surroundings in Branchburg's prestigious and highly sought-after Chambers Brook area. The home features extensive moldings, interior decorations, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops and [...]
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 [...]
Inventory Is Growing But Still Below Pre-Pandemic Norms
Good news for all the buyers out there. The supply of homes for sale has grown significantly this year. There are 36.6% more homes actively for sale compared to 2023. This means more options for you. But this doesn’t mean we have an oversupply. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]