If you’ve been following real estate news lately, you’ve probably seen headlines saying home prices are flat. And at first glance, that sounds simple enough. But here’s the thing. The reality isn’t quite that straightforward. In most places, prices aren’t flat at all. What the [...]
You want mortgage rates to fall – and they've started to. But is it going to last? And how low will they go? Experts say there’s room for rates to come down even more over the next year. And one of the leading indicators to [...]
Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2025 Third Quarter Update podcast: 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 [...]
Welcome to my Somerset County Market Report, where I draw on my extensive expertise to analyze the current dynamics of our local real estate market. In these monthly updates, I delve into the economic conditions and trends influencing our community’s property landscape. This report goes [...]
Spoiler Alert: October is officially the best month to buy a home in 2025. The market is shaping up to bring buyers more options, better prices, and less competition in most of the top 50 metros. But the exact week when buyer-friendly conditions peak varies [...]
79% of homeowners wish they had sold sooner. Let’s talk about why now may be the right time to act. Let’s connect to explore your options today. Don't forget to check out our latest market reports!
Did you know? A record 40% of U.S. homeowners now own their homes free and clear. That’s the highest share ever recorded. And that’s an important stat if you’re considering downsizing. Think about it. If you’ve been in your house for a long time, you [...]
Only 2% of home sales are foreclosures or short sales right now. Want to know what’s happening in our local market? Let’s connect. Only 2% of home sales are foreclosures or short sales right now. Want to know what’s happening in our local [...]
Want to know something important you probably don’t have a professional check for you nearly as often as you should? Spoiler alert: it’s the value of your home. Because here’s the reality. Your house is likely the biggest financial asset you have. [...]
Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand picked up considerably once mortgage rates hit a new low for 2025. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that applications for home loans were up 23% [...]