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The Best Use of Time (and Money) When It Comes to Renovations

By |2021-08-12T03:00:20-07:00August 12th, 2021|Categories: For Sellers, Pricing, Real Estate, Selling Myths|

In the current sellers’ market, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be remodeled before they list their house. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can help you think through today’s market conditions and how they impact what you should – and shouldn’t – renovate before selling. Here are some [...]

The Community and Economic Impacts of a Home Sale

By |2021-08-09T03:00:10-07:00August 9th, 2021|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, New Construction, Real Estate|

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, chances are you’re focusing on the many extraordinary ways it’ll change your life. What you may not realize is that decision impacts people’s lives far beyond your own. Home purchases and sales are significant drivers of economic activity. They have a major impact on your community [...]

Ready To Sell, but Don’t Know Where You’ll Go? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2021-08-06T03:00:30-07:00August 6th, 2021|Categories: For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction, Real Estate|

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of selling your house but don’t know what you should buy, you have options. Existing homes offer a wide variety of home styles, an established neighborhood, and lived-in charm. Meanwhile, new home construction lets you create your perfect home, cash in on energy efficiency, and minimize repairs. Whether you’re looking [...]

Surprising Shift Favors Homeowners: Buyers Now Prefer Existing Homes

By |2021-08-05T03:00:41-07:00August 5th, 2021|Categories: Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction, Real Estate|

In April, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) posted an article, Home Buyers’ Preferences Shift Towards New Construction, which reported: “60% of people who were looking to buy a home in 2020 said they’d prefer new construction to an existing home.” However, it seems buyers are now shifting their preferences back to existing homes. [...]

Sellers: Make Today’s Home Price Appreciation Work for You

By |2021-08-04T03:00:38-07:00August 4th, 2021|Categories: For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Real Estate|

Home prices continue to rise as we move through the summer, and that’s good news for sellers who are looking to maximize their home’s potential. If you’re on the fence about whether to list your house now or later, the question you should really ask is: will this price appreciation last? Here’s what three leading [...]

Home Sellers: There Is an Extra Way To Welcome Home Our Veterans

By |2021-07-29T03:00:32-07:00July 29th, 2021|Categories: For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Real Estate|

Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Conventional conforming mortgages (mortgages that conform to guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac), accounted for 74% of mortgages obtained by homebuyers in May 2021, an increase from about 65% during 2018 through [...]

A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers

By |2021-07-27T03:00:10-07:00July 27th, 2021|Categories: For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction, Real Estate, Selling Myths|

One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply is good news for you. It means your house will get more attention, and [...]

3 Hot Topics in the Housing Market Right Now

By |2021-07-26T03:00:10-07:00July 26th, 2021|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) just released its Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate report. Here are three hot topics from the list and how they impact today’s housing market. Technology Acceleration and [...]

Pop Quiz: Can You Define These Key Terms in Today’s Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2021-07-23T03:00:42-07:00July 23rd, 2021|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Real Estate|

Some Highlights The language of buying and selling a home may sound scary at first, but knowing how key terms relate to today’s market can help you. For example, current low mortgage rates and higher wages positively impact affordability for buyers, while home price appreciation continues to grow home equity, which sellers can use to [...]

Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends

By |2021-07-22T03:00:49-07:00July 22nd, 2021|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Real Estate|

As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Here’s a look at four key components that are shaping this unprecedented market. A Shortage [...]