Making a Home for the Brave Possible [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2020-11-06T04:00:06-07:00November 6th, 2020|Categories: Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Real Estate|

Some Highlights VA Home Loans provide unique opportunities for Veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families in recognition of their service to our Nation. For eligible individuals, options associated with VA Loans can help make the dream of homeownership a reality. If you or someone you know may benefit from a VA Loan, let’s connect to [...]

Why the 2021 Forecast Doesn’t Call for a Foreclosure Crisis

By |2020-11-05T04:00:52-07:00November 5th, 2020|Categories: Distressed Properties, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

As the current forbearance mortgage relief options come to an end, many are wondering if we’ll face a foreclosure crisis next year. This is understandable, especially for those who remember the housing crisis that began in 2008. The reality is, plans have been put in place through forbearance to ensure history doesn’t repeat itself. This [...]

Real Estate Is a Driving Force in the Economy

By |2020-11-04T04:00:25-07:00November 4th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, New Construction, Real Estate|

As the economy recovers from this year’s health crisis, the housing market is playing a leading role in the turnaround. It’s safe to say that what we call “home” is taking on a new meaning, causing many of us to consider buying or selling sooner rather than later. Housing, therefore, has thrived in an otherwise [...]

Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You

By |2020-11-03T04:00:55-07:00November 3rd, 2020|Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Real Estate, Rent vs. Buy|

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median rent continues to rise. With today’s low mortgage rates, there’s great opportunity for current renters to make a move into homeownership that stretches each dollar a little bit further. While the best timeline to buy a home is different for everyone, the question remains: Should I continue renting [...]

4 Reasons Why the Election Won’t Dampen the Housing Market

By |2020-11-02T04:00:55-07:00November 2nd, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Millennials, Real Estate|

Tomorrow, Americans will decide our President for the next four years. That decision will have a major impact on many aspects of life in this country, but the residential real estate market will not be one of them. Analysts will try to measure the impact feasible changes in regulations might have on housing, the effect [...]

Should I Renovate My House Before I Sell It? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2020-10-30T03:00:45-07:00October 30th, 2020|Categories: For Sellers, Infographics, Pricing, Real Estate, Selling Myths|

Some Highlights In today’s hyper-competitive market, buyers are often willing to overlook cosmetic or minor repair needs if it means snagging a home in their price range. With so few houses available for sale today, you may be able to skip the bigger renovations before you sell and cash in on the current demand for [...]

Three Ways Low Inventory Is a Win for Sellers

By |2020-10-29T03:00:49-07:00October 29th, 2020|Categories: For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Real Estate|

The number of houses for sale today is significantly lower than the high buyer activity in the current housing market. According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “There is no shortage of hopeful, potential buyers, but inventory is historically low.” When the demand for homes is higher than what’s [...]

Buyer Interest Is Growing among Younger Generations

By |2020-10-28T03:00:32-07:00October 28th, 2020|Categories: Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Gen Z, Generation X, Interest Rates, Millennials, Move-Up Buyers, Real Estate|

The demand for homes this year is extraordinary as record-breaking numbers of hopeful buyers continue to shop for homes. In a normal year, the peak homebuying season comes to a close by early fall. However, 2020 is anything but a normal year, and the housing market is no exception. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the [...]

Two Important Impacts of Home Equity

By |2020-10-26T03:00:12-07:00October 26th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Real Estate|

Equity continues to rise, helping American homeowners secure a much more stable financial future. According to the most recent data from CoreLogic, the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity over the past year. In addition, experts project 2020 home prices to continue rising. With prices going up, equity gains will also keep accelerating. Black Knight [...]