Buying Real Estate

Sept. 3, 2024

Could a 55+ Community Be Right for You?



If you’re thinking about downsizing, you may be hearing about 55+ communities and wondering if they’d be a good fit for you. Here’s some information that could help you make your decision.

What Is a 55+ Community?

It’s important to note that these communities aren’t just …

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Aug. 29, 2024

2025 Housing Market Forecasts: What To Expect



Looking ahead to 2025, it's important to know what experts are projecting for the housing market. And whether you're thinking of buying or selling a home next year, having a clear picture of what they’re calling for can help you make the best possible decision for your homeownership plans.

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Aug. 27, 2024

What's the Impact of Presidential Elections on the Housing Market?



It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead. And those unanswered thoughts can quickly spiral, causing fear and uncertainty to swirl through your mind. So, if you’ve been considering buying or selling a home this year, you’re probably curious about what the …

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Aug. 23, 2024

How Growing Inventory Benefits Today's Buyers

Inventory is growing and that means more options for your search, more negotiation power for you, it’s more likely sellers will make select repairs, and more moderate price growth. If you want to talk more about rising inventory means for you, let’s connect.

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Aug. 20, 2024

How To Choose a Great Local Real Estate Agent



Selecting the right real estate agent can make a world of difference when buying or selling a home. But how do you find the best one? Here are some tips to help you make that big decision as you determine your partner in the process.

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Aug. 15, 2024

Is Affordability Starting To Improve?

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Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it's getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the 

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Aug. 12, 2024

Where Will You Go After You Sell?



If you’re planning to sell your house and move, you probably know there’s been a shortage of options available. But here’s the good news: the supply of homes for sale has grown in a lot of markets this year – and that’s not just existing, or previously-owned, homes. It’s …

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Aug. 7, 2024

Mortgage Rates Down a Full Percent from Recent High



Mortgage rates have been one of the hottest topics in the housing market lately because of their impact on affordability. And if you’re someone who’s looking to make a move, you’ve probably been waiting eagerly for rates to come down for that very reason. Well, if the past …

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Aug. 6, 2024

Helpful Negotiation Tactics for Today’s Housing Market



If you haven’t already heard, homebuyers are regaining some negotiating power in today’s market. And while that doesn’t make this a buyer’s market, it does mean buyers may be able to ask for a little more. So, sellers need to be ready for that possibility and know what …

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Aug. 2, 2024

3 Graphs That Show We’re Not Headed for a Housing Market Crash

Back in 2008, there were too many homes on the market. Today, it's the opposite. The three main sources of inventory show this isn't like the last time.