Mortgage Payments Fall Lower than Rent
According to a recent study from Zillow, Mortgage payments are lower than rent in 22 of the 50 largest U.S. metros. That’s a game changer if you’re thinking about owning a home. Let’s grab a calculator and connect to see if buying might be [...]
Buy Now, or Wait?
If you’re wondering if you should buy now or wait, here’s what you need to know. If you wait for rates to drop more, you’ll have to deal with more competition and higher prices as additional buyers jump back in. But if you buy now, [...]
4 Signs Your House Is Overpriced
You want your house to sell quickly and for top dollar. However, pricing it too high can seriously jeopardize those goals. So, once your house is listed, watch out for these 4 signs that it's overpriced. And if any of these are happening to you, [...]
Lower Mortgage Rates Boost Your Buying Power
Mortgage rates are trending down and that’s great news for your bottom line. As rates drop, your monthly payment on your next home does too. Even a small change in mortgage rates can have a big impact on your purchasing power. If you put [...]
The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year
A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this [...]
Checklist for Getting Your House Ready To Sell
Checklist for Getting Your House Ready To Sell Getting your house ready to sell? Here’s a few tips on what you may want to do to prepare. Focus on making it inviting, showing it’s cared for, and boosting your curb appeal. If you [...]
How Home Prices Have Grown over Time FHFA
How long have you lived in your house? Because if it’s been a while, chances are you have a whole lot of equity built up. In the last 5 years, home values have gone up by almost 60%. And in 30 years, [...]
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 [...]