Home prices still dominate client conversations – both buyers and sellers! If you’re considering buying a home or selling your current one to find something that better suits your needs, you probably have questions about what’s happening with home prices right now. Here’s what you need to know. There’s still a lot of confusion and misinformation out there. So, noContinue reading “These Top Cities Show Home Prices Are Still Climbing”
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Housing Inventory is Low But More Homes Are Coming onto the Market!
Why Is Housing Inventory So Low? So today we’ll address this frustrating dichotomy – ongoing low inventory even though more homes are coming on the market at a time of year when inventory usually drops even more! For buyers new to the market, one question that’s top of mind if you’re thinking about making a move todayContinue reading “Housing Inventory is Low But More Homes Are Coming onto the Market!”
Is Homeownership the #1 American Dream? If So, Why Pursue It?
Everyone’s interpretation of the American Dream is unique and personal. But, for many people, it’s tied to a sense of success, freedom, and prosperity. These are all things that owning a home can help provide. A recent survey from Bankrate asked respondents which achievements they feel most embody the American Dream. The responses prove owningContinue reading “Is Homeownership the #1 American Dream? If So, Why Pursue It?”
Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know.
If you’re planning to buy your first home, then you’re probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase. One of the expenses that may be at the top of your mind is your down payment. If you’re intimidated by how much you need to save for that, it mayContinue reading “Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know.”
Oops! Home Prices Didn’t Crash After All!
During the fourth quarter of last year, many housing experts predicted home prices were going to crash this year. Here are a few of those forecasts: Jeremy Siegel, Russell E. Palmer Professor Emeritus of Finance at the Wharton School of Business: “I expect housing prices fall 10% to 15%, and the housing prices are acceleratingContinue reading “Oops! Home Prices Didn’t Crash After All!”
Higher interest and inflation rates… Buy or Rent?
Are you wondering if buying makes more sense than renting especially in a time where both mortgage interest rates and inflation rates have increased significantly? Rents have continued to climb upwards since 1988 according to the census reports. Rents are much higher today than they were several years ago. Rents continue to increase and thereContinue reading “Higher interest and inflation rates… Buy or Rent?”
Why Buying a Home Makes More Sense Than Renting Today
Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should buy a home this year? If so, consider this. Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years. That’s because, historically, rents trend up over time. Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988. And, data from theContinue reading “Why Buying a Home Makes More Sense Than Renting Today”
Trying to Buy a Home? Hang in There!!
With spring market comes an increase in buyers, thus more competition. This is especially noticeable in a market where the housing inventory is already low. But keep in mind there are benefits to being a buyer that give you good reason to stick with your home search. The truth? This is a market where youContinue reading “Trying to Buy a Home? Hang in There!!”
Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?
If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too deeply into your options, it helps to understand the true costs of renting moving forward. In the past year, both currentContinue reading “Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?”
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