Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, there are a few things you should add to your to-do list to make it inviting and boost curb appeal. To name just a couple, itâs a good idea to declutter, take down personal photos and items, touch up any scuffs on the walls, and […]
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Sell Smarter: Why Working with a Real Estate Agent May Beat Going Solo
If you’re thinking about selling your house on your own, called âFor Sale by Ownerâ or FSBO, there are some important things to consider. Going this route means taking on a lot of responsibilities by yourself â and that can be a bit of a headache. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors […]
Read MoreWhy Mortgage Rates Could Continue To Decline
When you read about the housing market, youâll probably come across some information about inflation or recent decisions made by the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But how do those two things impact you and your homebuying plans? Here’s what you need to know. The Federal Funds Rate Hikes Have Stalled One of the Fedâs primary […]
Read MoreExpert Quotes on the 2024 Housing Market Forecast
If youâre thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market in 2024. In 2023, higher mortgage rates, confusion over home price headlines, and a lack of homes for sale created some challenges for buyers and sellers looking to make a move. But […]
Read MoreWhy Now Is Still a Great Time To Sell Your House
If you were worried buyer demand disappeared when mortgage rates went up, the data shows there are plenty of interested buyers still out there. The housing market isn’t as frenzied as it was during the âunicornâ years when buyer demand was through the roof, mortgage rates were historically low, and home values rose like weâve […]
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Down Payments [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think. There are various loan options for qualified buyers with down payments as low as 3.5% or even no down payment requirement. There are also thousands of programs available to help homebuyers with their […]
Read MoreIf Your House Hasnât Sold Yet, It May Be Overpriced
Has your house been sitting on the market a while without selling? If so, you should know thatâs pretty unusual, especially right now. Thatâs because the supply of homes available for sale is still far lower than what weâd see in a normal year. That means buyers have fewer options than they usually would, so […]
Read MoreThe Surprising Trend in the Number of Homes Coming onto the Market
If you’re thinking about moving, it’s important to know what’s happening in the housing market. Here’s an update on the supply of homes currently for sale. Whether you’re buying or selling, the number of homes in your area is something you should pay attention to. In the housing market, there are regular patterns that happen […]
Read MoreDown Payment Assistance Programs Can Help Pave the Way to Homeownership
If youâre looking to buy a home, your down payment doesnât have to be a big hurdle. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment the most challenging step. But the reality is, you probably donât need to put down as much as you think: […]
Read MoreThe Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying
Thereâs no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and thatâs impacting what you can afford. At the same time, there are still fewer homes available for sale than the norm. These are two of the biggest hurdles buyers are facing today. But there are ways to overcome these things […]
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