Category: Real Estate

  • What do past years tell us about today’s Real Estate Market?

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    As you follow the news, you’re likely seeing headlines discussing what’s going on in today’s housing market. Chances are high that some of the more recent storylines you’ve come across mention terms like cooling of slowing wheen talking about where the market is headed. But what do these terms mean? The housing market today is…

  • If you’re a Buyer, Is Offering Asking Price Enough?

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    In today’s real estate market, buyers shouldn’t shop for a home with the expectation they will be able to negotiate a lower sales price. In a typical housing market, buyers try to determine how much less than the asking price they can offer and still get the home. From there, the buyer and seller typically…

  • Understand Your Options to Avoid Foreclosure

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    Even though experts agree there is no chance of a large scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time, that’s little comfort to those individuals who are facing challenges today. If…

  • Reasons you should consider selling this fall

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    If you are trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now! Here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later. 1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly On average, homes are selling in just 17 days. As…

  • Interest Rates

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    What you should do before interest rates rise!!! In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you have been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average. Here are some options…

  • Rents on the Rise

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    Is Now the Time to Buy? According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report (https://www.realtor.com/research/june-2021-rent) found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. If you are a renter concerned about rising prices, now may be the…

  • Buyer Concerns

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    Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns I’ll rent instead. Some may consider renting as the better option; however the monthly cost of renting a home is skyrocketing. So far in 2021, rental prices have grown a staggering 9.2% If you continue to rent, chances are your rent will keep increasing at a fast pace. That means you…

  • The Right Expert

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    The right expert will guide you through this unprecedented market. In a normal market, it’s good to have an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home. That person can advise you on important things like pricing your home correctly or the first steps to take when you’re ready to…

  • Swimming pool values

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    In the age of coronavirus, many buyers were seeking a pool but is it the right decision for you? If you live in a warmer climate, a pool can increase your property value and make it more likely to sell your home. A home with a pool is a dream-come-true but you are wondering if…