Listen in as I interview Marilyn Ticktin of Cort Furniture (a Berkshire Hathaway company) on the merits of leasing furniture for your business or home. They also offer plans that allow you to pay as little as 25% of the original price for great-looking used [...]
Click here to view the episode. In this episode of The Scoop, we sit down with two local industry experts—Joe Peters of Coldwell Banker and Tom Cifichiello of Embrace Home Loans—to talk all things real estate and lending. Let’s connect to explore your [...]
Knowing what’s ahead for the rest of the year is key to your success, whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or just stay informed. And that’s why you need an expert who will keep sharing these market updates with you. So, what do the latest [...]
Are you worried about home prices dropping? Here’s the 5-year rule every buyer should know. If you plan to stay put for at least 5 years, history says you’ll likely have a buffer from any short-term dips. That’s because home values tend to rise over [...]
If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are down compared to last year, you might be thinking – is it even a good time to sell? Here’s the thing. Sure, the pace of the market has cooled compared to the frenzy we saw just a few [...]
As the market shifts, nearly 44% of today’s sellers are offering concessions. That includes throwing in perks for buyers like repair credits or help with closing costs. But here’s the key. Concessions aren’t losses. They’re tools. And the homeowners who understand that are winning – [...]
The low mortgage rate you have right now might be hard to give up, but sometimes life has other plans. And when your needs change, your house may need to change too – even if that means leaving your low rate behind. And more [...]
Have you been holding off on downsizing? If so, you should know your equity could make your move possible. Homeowners today have so much equity that a record number are buying their next house in all cash. And that has some big benefits [...]
Are you thinking about tackling a few home projects? Whether you plan to sell soon or not, you should know that not every upgrade will add value. Here’s some national data on projects where you will most likely recoup your costs. Remember, your area may [...]
Are you wondering what to expect from the housing market in the second half of the year? Here’s what the experts say. Forecasts show rates should come down slightly, inventory will continue to improve, and price growth will slow down. If you have questions about [...]