Are you tempted to rent for another year before you buy your first house? Consider this. Data shows rents usually rise. And so do home prices. So, you could renew your lease, but chances are you’ll pay more in rent than you do now. But [...]
Are you torn between whether you should buy a home now or wait for rates to come down? Here’s something to think about. Expert forecasts show home prices will keep rising for at least the next 5 years. So, waiting means the price of a [...]
Why wait for spring? Here’s why buying now has its perks. Many buyers think spring is the best time to move, but here’s the truth: winter can offer some big advantages. With fewer buyers in the market at this time of year, home prices tend [...]
Trying to time your move for when mortgage rates and home prices fall? Here’s what you should know. The truth is: there is no perfect time to move. In any market there are going to be benefits and trade-offs you’ll have to deal with. [...]
Wondering what to expect when you buy or sell a home this year? Here’s what the experts say lies ahead. Mortgage rates are projected to come down slightly. Home prices are forecast to rise in most areas. And there will be more homes available [...]
Experts forecast mortgage rates will come down in 2025, but they also say you should brace for some volatility. That’s why it’s not a good idea to try to time the market. Instead, it's better to focus on how even a small change impacts [...]
Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2024 Fourth Quarter Update Learn why Caz refers to Joe Peters of Coldwell Banker as Mr. Hyper-Local as Joe answers the tough questions about what is happening in our local real estate markets across [...]
Want to buy a home but not sure if it’s worth it right now? Here’s something to consider. Experts agree home prices will continue to climb for at least the next 5 years. That means buying later will only cost more. But if [...]
If buying a home is on your goal sheet this year, here’s how to make it happen. Focus on improving your credit, planning for your down payment, getting pre-approved, and prioritizing your wish list. But first, let’s connect so you have expert advice every [...]
Do you think you have to put 20% down when you buy a house? Think again. Unless it’s specified by your loan type or lender, you don’t always have to. And the truth is, most homebuyers don’t. The median down payment for first-time buyers [...]