Tag: Housing Market
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Is It Time To Put Your House Back on the Market?
If you took your house off the market in late 2024, you’re not the only one. Newsweek reports that data from CoreLogic and the Wall Street Journal says nearly 73,000 homes were pulled from the market in December alone. That’s more than any other December going all the way back to 2017. Whether it was…
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Is the Housing Market Starting to Balance Out?
For years, sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market. With so few homes for sale and so many people who wanted to purchase them, buyers faced tough competition just to get an offer accepted. But now, inventory is rising, and things are starting to shift in many areas. So, is the market…
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Should I Buy a Home Right Now?
At one point or another, you have probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today!” That’s because nationally, home values continue to rise. And with mortgage rates still stubbornly high and home prices going up, you may be holding out for prices to…
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Do You Know How Much Your Home is Worth?
Over the past few years, you have probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your home? Home prices have risen dramatically over the past five years – far more than usual. And if selling has…
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More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What it Means for You as a Buyer
There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years. That could be a game changer for you if you are ready to buy. Let’s look at the reasons why. You Have More Options To Choose From An article from Realtor.com helps explain just how much the number of homes…
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Why Your House Will Shine in Today’s Market
Even though there are more homes available for sale than there were at this time last year, there are still more buyers than there are houses to choose from. If you’ve got moving on your mind, your house can really stand out. There are several key reasons why there aren’t enough homes to go around.…
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How Long Will it Take to Sell Your House?
As you’re getting ready to sell your house, one of the first questions you’re probably asking is, “How long is this going to take?” And that makes sense. You want to know what to expect. While every market is different, understanding what’s happening nationally can give you a good baseline. But for an even more…
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Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Won’t Trigger a Crash
With everything feeling more expensive these days, it’s natural to worry about how rising costs might impact the housing market. Many people are concerned that high prices and higher budgets could cause more homeowners to fall behind on their mortgage payments. This could lead to a wave of foreclosures. But before you start worrying about…
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Why Now’s Not the Time To Take Your House Off the Market
Has your house been sitting on the market longer than expected? If so, you are bound to be frustrated by now. Maybe you are even thinking it’s time to pull the listing and wait to see what 2025 brings. But what you may not realize is, the decision to hold off could actually cost you.…