Starting in March 2020, economic volatility and shelter-in-place orders caused home sales to plummet. However, lower rates coupled with historically low inventory continue to prop up home prices. Although unconventional, virtual realty has maintained Continue Reading
First-time buyers made up 33 percent of all home buyers in 2019, according to the National Association of Realtors, continuing a six-year trend of percentages right around that number. With 1 of every 3 home buyers being a first-timer and more Continue Reading
With the Democratic debates starting, with the economy doing as well as it is, with there being question marks about whether the economy will still do well - for example, the Fed just lowered the interest rate because there were some concerns in the Continue Reading
One of the great things about being a homeowner is the ability to configure your home the way you want. If you plan on living in a home for a while, you can remodel to the very last one of your specific tastes. Change the wall colors, put in the Continue Reading
1.) Increased Interest Rates Mortgage rates have remained relatively stable over the past couple of years. In 2019 however, it’s expected that interest rates will increase approximately half a percent, coming close to the 5% mark. For sellers, Continue Reading
If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest from buyers and, in some cases, a Continue Reading
A home purchase is a major financial commitment, and there are a lot of transactional balls in the air until signatures at the closing table. Most of them are handled by real estate agents, the title company, and an attorney or two. The agents and Continue Reading
Approaching retirement? Downsizing your home can be your best option. If you are on the cusp of retirement, you may be thinking about calling a real estate agent and putting your home on the market, but is downsizing in your golden years the Continue Reading
Whether you're downsizing to a smaller space or are moving on after the death of a loved one, an estate sale is a great way to liquidate your assets. A well-planned event will clear out your home before you sell, and it may offer a wealth of Continue Reading
