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Retirement May Be Changing What You Need in a Home

Baby Boomers· Demographics· For Buyers· For Sellers· Senior Market

18 Nov

The past year and a half brought about significant life changes for many of us. For some, it meant entering retirement earlier than expected. Recent data shows more people retired this year than anticipated. According to the Schwartz Center for Economic Policy Analysis, 2021 saw a retirement ... Read More about Retirement May Be Changing What You Need in a Home

Sellers: You’ll Likely Get Multiple Strong Offers This Season

For Sellers· Housing Market Updates

17 Nov

Are you thinking about selling your house right now, but you’re not sure you’ll have the time to do so as the holidays draw near? If so, consider this: even as the holiday season approaches, there are plenty of buyers out there, and they really want your house. Here’s why selling this winter is a ... Read More about Sellers: You’ll Likely Get Multiple Strong Offers This Season

4 Things Every Renter Needs To Consider

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· Housing Market Updates· Rent vs. Buy

16 Nov

As a renter, you’re constantly faced with the same dilemma: keep renting for another year or purchase a home? Your answer depends on your current situation and future plans, but there are a number of benefits to homeownership every renter needs to consider. Here are a few things you should think ... Read More about 4 Things Every Renter Needs To Consider

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It? [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers· Infographics

13 Nov

Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide. If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be ... Read More about Should I Update My House Before I Sell It? [INFOGRAPHIC]

VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams

Buying Myths· Down Payments· For Buyers· Time-sensitive

12 Nov

The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. As the Veterans Administration says of the program: “The objective of the VA Home Loan Guaranty program is to help eligible Veterans, active-duty ... Read More about VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams

What’s Happening with Home Prices?

For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Pricing

11 Nov

Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions. How much have home values appreciated over the last ... Read More about What’s Happening with Home Prices?

How Sellers Win When Housing Inventory Is Low

For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Pricing

10 Nov

In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1. Higher Prices With so many more ... Read More about How Sellers Win When Housing Inventory Is Low

Two Graphs That Show Why You Shouldn’t Be Upset About 3% Mortgage Rates

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· Housing Market Updates· Interest Rates· Move-Up Buyers

9 Nov

With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today. And since experts project rates will rise further in the coming months, that conversation isn’t going away any time soon. But as ... Read More about Two Graphs That Show Why You Shouldn’t Be Upset About 3% Mortgage Rates

Numbers Don’t Lie – It’s Still a Great Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Infographics· Selling Myths

6 Nov

Some Highlights Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says. Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home ... Read More about Numbers Don’t Lie – It’s Still a Great Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why a Wave of Foreclosures Is Not on the Way

Distressed Properties· Foreclosures· Housing Market Updates· Pricing· Short Sales

5 Nov

With forbearance plans coming to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures similar to what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are a few reasons why that won’t happen. There are fewer homeowners in trouble this time After the last housing ... Read More about Why a Wave of Foreclosures Is Not on the Way

Experts Project Mortgage Rates Will Continue To Rise in 2022

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· Housing Market Updates· Interest Rates· Move-Up Buyers· Pricing

4 Nov

Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit the lowest point ever recorded, and they’ve hovered in the historic-low territory. But ... Read More about Experts Project Mortgage Rates Will Continue To Rise in 2022