Buying  Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home Are you planning to buy a home this spring? Though things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, it’s still a sellers’ market. So, when you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your best offer. 1.Lean on a Real Estate Professional Rely on an […]
Selling Selling? Two Things To Know This Spring A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you’re planning to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts are saying you should keep in mind. 1. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling Houses that are updated and […]
Buying Is A Multigenerational Home Right for You? During the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. Today, that can be seen in the recent rise in multigenerational households. According to Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Economic Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Multi-generational buying may be a home where families live in the same home […]
Buying Is It Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now? You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on. A lot of the time, these reports are assuming things that aren’t realistic for the […]
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Selling After I Sell My house, Where Will I Go? It’s the question of the day for many potential sellers – Where Will I Go After I Sell My House? Putting geographic location aside, the question turns to what type of housing will I be looking for. I know,  because I’ve been asking these same questions. Some Highlights If you’re thinking of selling your house, be sure […]
All Mortgage Rates Higher This Week Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) for the week ending  today 03/02/2023, showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.65 percent. “As we started the year, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage decreased with expectations of lower economic growth, inflation and a loosening of monetary policy. However, given sustained economic growth […]
All Are You Ready To Gain Some Equity? Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates. How Equity Has Grown in Recent Years  Because of the […]
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Selling What A Difference An Expert Makes I’m generally wary of using the term “expert” because of its overuse.  But I’m going with it in this case to impress upon you the need to use a person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of real estate when you’re buying or selling a home. If you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s […]
Buying What Should I Know As Mortgage Rates Rise? After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may be wondering if now’s the right time to […]
Buying One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: “Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.” With spring approaching, now’s a great time to consider […]
Selling Your Checklist for Selling Your House This Spring  ]   Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, there are specific things you can add to your to-do list. These include decluttering, taking down personal photos and items, and power washing outdoor surfaces. Let’s connect so you have advice on what you may want to do to get your house ready to sell this […]
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All Inflation Threat Continues To Tick Mortgage Rates Up Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®)for the week ending 02/23/2023, showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.50 percent. “The economy continues to show strength, and interest rates are repricing to account for the stronger than expected growth, tight labor market and the threat of sticky inflation,” said Sam […]
Buying Will I Ever Be Able To Stop Dreaming And Buy A House? How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable. However, it’s unlikely all 28 million Americans […]
Buying Would You Consider A Smaller Option? A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the […]
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All Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: “Two dynamics are keeping existing-home inventory historically low – rate-locked existing homeowners and the fear of not finding something to buy.” Let’s break down these two big issues in today’s […]
Selling Spring Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers  Some Highlights The biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. The number of homes for sale is up from last year but below pre-pandemic numbers, and that means we’re still in a sellers’ market. The housing market needs more homes for sale […]
All Mortgage Rates Up for Second Consecutive Week Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) for the week ending today , showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.32 percent. “Mortgage rates moved up for the second consecutive week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The economy is showing signs of resilience, mainly due to consumer spending, and […]