Tag: Home Buyers

Posted on 04/07/2023
Trying To Buy a Home? Hang in There.
We’re still in a sellers’ market. And if you’re looking to buy a home, that means you’re likely facing some unique challenges, like difficulty finding a home and volatile mortgage rates. But keep in mind, there are some benefits to being a buyer in today’s market that give you good reason to stick with your search. Here are...
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Posted on 04/05/2023
Why Aren’t Home Prices Crashing?
There have been a lot of shifts in the housing market recently. Mortgage rates rose dramatically last year, impacting many people’s ability to buy a home. And after several years of rapid price appreciation, home prices finally peaked last summer. These changes led to a rise in headlines saying prices would end up crashing. Even though we’re no...
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Posted on 04/03/2023
How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been bouncing between 6% and 7% this year. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to buy a home or not, it’s helpful to know exactly how a 1%, or even a 0.5%, mortgage rate shift affects your purchasing power. The chart below helps show the general relationship between mortgage rates...
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Posted on 03/31/2023
Facts About Closing Costs
If you’re thinking about buying a home be sure to plan for closing costs. Closing costs are typically 2% to 5% of the total purchase price of a home, and they can include things like government recording costs, appraisal fees, and more. Let’s connect so I can answer your questions about the homebuying process....
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Posted on 03/31/2023
We’re in a Sellers’ Market. What Does That Mean?
Even though activity in the housing market has slowed from the frenzy we saw over a year ago, today’s low supply of homes for sale is still a sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good if you want to list your house? It starts with the number of homes available...
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Posted on 03/28/2023
How Homeownership Is Life Changing for Many Women
Throughout Women’s History Month, we reflect on the impact women have in our lives, and that includes impact on the housing market. In fact, since at least 1981, single women have bought more homes than single men each year, and they make up 17% of all households. Why Is Homeownership So Important to Women? The rise in women...
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Posted on 03/23/2023
Why Buying a Home Is a Sound Decision
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you want to know the decision will be a good one. And for many, that means thinking about what home prices are projected to do in the coming years and how that could impact your investment. This year, we aren’t seeing home prices fall dramatically. As the year goes on, however,...
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Posted on 03/23/2023
Reasons To Consider Condos in Your Home Search
Are you having trouble finding a home that fits your needs and your budget? If so, you should know there’s an option worth considering – condominiums, also known as condos. According to Bankrate: “A condo can be a more affordable entry point to homeownership than a single-family home. And as a homeowner, you’ll build equity over time and...
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Posted on 03/22/2023
Home improvement projects you can do yourself
Many people enjoy Do It Yourself projects. There are plenty of projects that are easy to start, especially for the first-time homeowner. Tackling some DIY projects is a great use of time and saves money on minor improvements. Replace Door Knobs, Switch Plates, and Furniture HardwareAll these items can be replaced quickly with a simple screwdriver. All you...
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Posted on 03/20/2023
What’s Ahead for Home Prices in 2023
Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and that this could be a repeat of 2008 – which has not happened. Others have forecasted a real estate market that could see slight appreciation or depreciation depending on the area of the country. And...
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Posted on 03/18/2023
How is the Real Estate Market?
Do you need an update on the current real estate market? We are always researching and analyzing market data to give you the best information on the ever changing real estate market.As your local expert and trusted resource for real estate, we explain and give you insight into current buying and selling trends. Call or message me if...
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Posted on 03/17/2023
Here’s Why the Housing Market Isn’t Going To Crash
Today’s housing market is different than it was in 2008. Lending standards have tightened, foreclosures have declined, home inventory is much lower, and homeowners have far more equity. If you’re concerned about a crash, let’s connect to discuss why this isn’t like last time....
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