Strength of the Economy Is Surprising the Experts

By |2020-05-15T13:36:40-07:00January 30th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

We’re currently in the longest economic recovery in U.S. history. That has caused some to ask experts to project when the next economic slowdown (recession) could occur. Two years ago, 67% of the economists surveyed by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) for the Economic Forecasting Survey predicted we would have a recession no later than [...]

Where Have All the Houses Disappeared To?

By |2020-01-29T04:00:08-07:00January 29th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, New Construction, Real Estate|

If you’re following what’s happening in the current housing market, you’ve seen how the lack of newly constructed homes is a major reason there’s a shortage of housing inventory available to today’s buyers. Another reason is that the inventory of existing homes for sale is shrinking. According to the most recent Existing Home Sales Report [...]

Should I Sell My House This Year?

By |2020-01-28T04:00:11-07:00January 28th, 2020|Categories: Baby Boomers, For Sellers, Generation X, Millennials, Real Estate, Selling Myths|

If one of the questions you’re asking yourself today is, “Should I sell my house this year?” the current Housing Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) Survey from the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) should boost your confidence as it relates to the current selling sentiment in the housing market. Even with all the information overload [...]

First-Time Buyers Are Searching for Existing Homes This Year

By |2020-01-27T04:00:23-07:00January 27th, 2020|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Sellers, Generation X, Millennials, Real Estate|

In the latest Housing Trends Report, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) measured the share of adults planning to buy a home over the next 12 months. The report indicates the percentage of all buyers that will be first-time buyers looking to purchase a home grew from 58% in Q4 2018 to 63% in Q4 [...]

2020 Homebuying Checklist

By |2020-01-24T04:00:16-07:00January 24th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, Infographics, Real Estate|

Some Highlights: If you’re thinking of buying a home, plan ahead and stay on the right track, starting with pre-approval. Being proactive about the homebuying process will help set you up for success in each step. Make sure to work with a trusted real estate professional along the way, to help guide you through the [...]

The #1 Reason It Is Difficult to Find Your Dream Home

By |2020-01-23T04:00:14-07:00January 23rd, 2020|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction, Real Estate, Uncategorized|

The headlines in real estate today all revolve around one major point: there is a shortage of homes available for sale. Price appreciation is accelerating again because there is a shortage of homes available for sale. First-time buyers are taking longer to purchase a home because there is a shortage of homes available for sale [...]

How Buyers Can Win By Downsizing in 2020

By |2020-05-15T13:36:40-07:00January 22nd, 2020|Categories: Baby Boomers, Down Payments, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Real Estate, Senior Market|

Home values have been increasing for 93 consecutive months, according to the National Association of Realtors. If you’re a homeowner, particularly one looking to downsize your living space, that’s great news, as you’ve likely built significant equity in your home. Here’s some more good news: mortgage rates are expected to remain low throughout 2020 at [...]

Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality in 2020

By |2020-01-20T04:00:06-07:00January 20th, 2020|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Real Estate|

In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. led and inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our own dreams, goals, beliefs, and aspirations. For many [...]