Key Takeaways: Oil and gas prices are the highest in United States history! Individuals and families are shifting how they think about housing, from suburban versus urban to downsizing or going multigenerational. It’s critical to work with an agent who understands the right fit for you and your family. Record-high oil and gas prices are […]
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This Spring Presents Sellers with a Golden Opportunity to Sell
If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, timing is crucial. After all, you’ll want to balance getting the most out of the sale of your current home and making the best investment when you buy your next one. If that’s the case, you should know – you may be able to get the best of both worlds […]
Can I Afford a Home in Today’s Market?
You can’t read an article about residential real estate without the author mentioning the affordability challenges that today’s buyers face. There’s no doubt homes are less affordable today than they were over the last two years, but that doesn’t mean homes are now unaffordable. There are three measures used to establish home affordability: home prices, […]
The #1 Reason To Sell Your House Today
Almost every industry is currently struggling with supply chain disruptions. This also applies to the current U.S. housing market, where buyer demand far exceeds housing supply. This is the perfect reason to sell your house today. Purchaser demand is very strong right now. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) just released their latest Existing Home Sales Report which reveals […]
Home Sellers: When Should You Reduce Your Listing Price?
Key Takeaways Even in a seller’s market, you may still need to reduce your price Consider if you’ve tried everything else before a price reduction Make sure to seek the advice of your trusted realtor–we’ve seen it all before! Even in a competitive seller’s market like the one we’re in right now, listing your home […]
More People Are Planning To Buy a Home Soon
While some homeowners may be tempted to hold off until spring to list their houses, you should know – homebuyers aren’t waiting. Demand is high today as more people are trying to beat rising mortgage rates. As a result, eager buyers are entering the market or moving their plans up so they can make their purchases as […]
Want Top Dollar for Your House? Now’s the Time To List It.
When you’re selling any item, you usually want to sell it for the greatest profit possible. That happens when there’s a strong demand and a limited supply for that item. In the real estate market, that time is right now. If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, here are two reasons why now’s […]
Top 3 First-Time Home Seller Questions & Answers
Key Takeaways First-time home-sellers need an accurate value before listing. Sellers need to make smart choices on repairs and staging. Offers are evaluated on multiple factors, not just price. The three most common questions first-time sellers ask our real estate team. It’s common to be overwhelmed by the number of questions you inevitably run into […]
Do You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading?
Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen from 3.22% at the start of the year to 3.55% as of last week. This is important to note because any increase in mortgage rates […]
How Will Inflation Affect the Housing Market?
Key Takeaways: The historic low housing inventory creates value opportunities in competitive housing markets. Anticipation of new home listings to hit a 10-year high as some owners see right now as the best time to sell. Condo and rental demand are likely to surge as inventory supply chain issues impact the housing market. This Year […]