Buying Pre-Approval Clarity Pre-Approval Isn’t Commitment – It’s Clarity If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one of the smartest moves you can make. Why? Because, like anything in life, the right prep work makes things clearer. […]
All Crash Worries Arise, Again Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news, you might have seen some pretty scary headlines yourself. That’s why it’s no surprise that, according to data from Clever Real Estate, 70% […]
Videos What’s the Impact of a Recession on the Housing Market? Are you hearing all the talk about a recession and wondering what that would mean for the housing market? Here’s what the data tells us about every recession going back to the 1980s. While everyone remembers 2008, what happened then wasn’t the norm. That was the only time there was a big drop in prices. […]
All 30-Year Mortgage Continues Weekly Average Below 7% Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.62%. “The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage continues to trend down, remaining under 7% for the twelfth consecutive week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “As purchase applications continue to climb, the spring homebuying season is […]
Videos Things To Avoid After Applying For A Mortgage Here’s an important homebuying tip you don’t want to miss. Once you’ve applied for your mortgage, consistency is key. That means no new credit cards, no big purchases (yes, even that sectional couch), and no changing banks. You don’t want to do anything that could put your application at risk. The best advice I can […]
All 30-Year Mortgage Rate Interest Average Moves in Narrow Range Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.64%. “Over the last month, the 30-year fixed-rate has settled in, making only slight moves in either direction. This stability is reassuring, and borrowers have responded with purchase application demand rising to the highest growth rate […]
Selling The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that’s generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market has shifted as inventory has grown. The side effect? Price cuts are on the rise, but […]
Buying Is a Townhome in Your Future? Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers Buying your first home in today’s market can feel tough. Between high home prices and mortgage rates, affordability is still a big challenge. And some buyers are making one simple trade-off that’s getting them in the door faster: square footage. According to the National Association of Home […]
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Videos Trends to Watch Nationally, the housing market has shifted over the last year. There are more homes for sale, price growth is moderating, and homes aren’t selling as fast. Do you want to know how our market compares? Let’s connect.
All What You Need To Know About Homeowner’s Insurance Homeowner’s insurance is a must-have to protect what’s probably your biggest investment – your home. And while you never want to think about worst-case scenarios, the right coverage is basically your safety net if something goes wrong. Here’s how it helps you. Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: If your home is damaged by fire, storms, […]
Videos Shopping for a New Place? Be Ready with a Pre-Approval Before you even start looking at homes, you should get pre-approved for your mortgage. It’ll give you clarity on what you can borrow and help you feel more confident in your ability to get a home loan. If you’re ready to get pre-approved, connect with a trusted lender to learn more.
All 30-Year Mortgage Rates Average 6.65%  Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.65%. “Despite volatility in the markets, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage remained essentially flat from last week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “Mortgage rates continue to be relatively low versus the last few months, and […]
Buying It’s Okay To Feel Nervous Buying Your First Home? Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming. It’s a big step, and with that comes plenty of questions. Am I making the right decision? Can I really afford this right now? Will I be able to make ends meet if I have […]
Buying Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market. That’s because mortgage rates have been trending down lately – and that gives you a chance to jump back in. Mortgage rates have been declining for seven straight weeks now, according […]
Buying Experts Say Home Prices Are Only Going Up Should I Buy a Home Right Now? At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.” That’s because nationally, home values continue to rise. And with mortgage rates still stubbornly high and home prices going up, you may […]
All 30-year Mortgage Rate Average 6.63% Freddie Mac today ( 03/06/2025) released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.63%. “As the spring homebuying season gets underway, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage saw the largest weekly decline since mid-September,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The decline in rates increases prospective homebuyers’ purchasing […]
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Selling Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection. That’s why it pays to anticipate potential issues before buyers ever step through the door. And one way to do that is with a pre-listing inspection. […]
Selling More Buyers  Are Making Moves! More people are taking steps to buy a home. And, if you’ve been waiting for the right time to move, this may be the sign you’ve been looking for. For the past few years, a lot of would-be homebuyers hit pause on their plans. With rising mortgage rates and affordability challenges, buying just didn’t seem […]
All Another slight tick down in mortgage interest rates Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.85%. “Mortgage rates decreased slightly this week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has stayed just under 7% for five consecutive weeks and in that time has fluctuated less than 20 […]