Category: Tenants
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Why Buying Now May Be Worth It in the Long Run
Should You Buy a Home Now or Wait? That’s a question a lot of people have these days. What’s right for you will depend on a lot of different factors. Here’s something you will want to consider as you make your decision. As soon as you buy, you’ll start gaining equity. And you would be…
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Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back
If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with me. After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yesterday the…
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Why Pre-Approval Should Be at the Top of Your Homebuying To-Do List
Since the supply of homes for sale is growing and mortgage rates are coming down, you may be thinking it’s finally time to jump into the market. To make sure you are ready, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. That’s when a lender looks at your finances, including W-2, tax returns, credit score…
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The Latest on the Luxury Home Market
Luxury living is about more than just stunning views and cutting-edge smart home technology. It’s about elevating your lifestyle. And if you’re in the market for a million dollar home, now is an excellent time to explore the thriving luxury market. Here’s why. The Number of Luxury Homes is Growing The top of the market,…
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How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market
Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve. The overwhelming expectation is that they will cut the Federal Funds Rate at their upcoming meeting. This would be driven primarily by recent signs that inflation is cooling, and the job market is slowing down. But what does this mean for the housing market,…
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What Mortgage Rate Are You Waiting For?
You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen in 2024, according to Freddie Mac. And…
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Are Home Prices Going To Come Down?
Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home prices are heading for a correction, but what do the facts say? Well, it helps to start by looking at what a correction means. In the context of today’s housing market, it doesn’t…
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Unlocking Homebuyer Opportunities in 2024
There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe you put your search on hold. A Bright MLS study found some of the top reasons buyers paused their search in late 2023 and early 2024 were: If any…
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Why Your Asking Price Matters Even More Now
If you’re thinking about selling your house, here’s something you really need to know. Even though it’s still a seller’s market today, you can’t pick just any price for your listing. While home prices are still appreciating in most areas, they are climbing at a slower pace. That’s because higher mortgage rates are putting a…