Category: Insights
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How Long Will It Take To Sell My House?
You want your house to sell fast! You may be wondering how long the process is going to take. Work with me to get the best advice. I have the expertise to tell you how quickly homes are selling in your area and what’s impacting timelines for other sellers. That way you have realistic expectations…
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Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the 2nd Half of 2024
As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what eperts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales. Home Prices Are Expected to Climb Moderately Home prices are forecasted to rise at a more normal pace. The graph below shows the best forecasts from seven of the most trusted…
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What You Need to Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs
There’s no denying it’s gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today’s mortgage rates and home price appreciation. And that may be one of the big reasons you’re eager to look into grants and assistance programs to see if there is anything you qualify for that can help. But unfortunately, many homebuyers feel…
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Savings Strategies Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs to Know
If homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you are probably working on your savings. And a big priority is making sure you’ve got a plan in place for things like your closing costs, down payment, and more. Here are a few strategies that can help speed up that process. Budget and Track…
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Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are
If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify. Here’s what’s really happening with prices. The bottom line is home prices are higher than they were a year ago at this time, and they’re expected to keep rising, just at…
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Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference
If you are considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the extra stress. Going this route means shoulderirng a lot of responsibilities by yourself. If you’re not an expert, that opens the door for mistakes to happen and can…
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Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible
Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they are stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage rates are higher than what they currently have. That’s making it harder to want to sell and make a move. Maybe you are in the same boat. But what if there was a way…
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How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home?
Climate change is impacting where people buy homes. As the experts at the National Association of Realtors explain: “Sixty-three percent of people who have moved since the pandemic began say they believe climate change is – or will be – an issue in the place they currently live.” If you are planning to move, climate…
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The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today
Buyers face challenges in any market. Today’s market is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there is a lot to consider. But, there’s one way to avoid getting tripped up. And, that’s leaning on a real estate agent for the best possible advice. My…