Market Updates

Feb. 22, 2024

Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers

Florida home front

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. And if you look at the current number of homes for sale, you’ll see two reasons why.

An article from Calculated Risk shows there are 15.6% more homes for sale now ...

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Feb. 15, 2024

Don’t Let the Latest Home Price Headlines Confuse You



Based on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines aren’t giving you the full picture.

If you look at the national data for 2023, home prices actually showed positive growth for the year. While this ...

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Feb. 1, 2024

Don’t Wait Until Spring To Sell Your House



As you think about the year ahead, one of your big goals may be moving. But, how do you know when to make your move? While spring is usually the peak homebuying season, you don’t actually need to wait until spring to sell. Here's why.

1. Take Advantage ...

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Jan. 31, 2024

Foreclosure Activity Is Still Lower than the Norm



Have you seen headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market? If so, they may leave you feeling a bit uneasy about what’s ahead. But remember, these clickbait titles don’t always give you the full story.

The truth is, if you compare the current numbers with what ...

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Jan. 26, 2024

Why It’s More Affordable To Buy a Home This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

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Jan. 24, 2024

Are More Homeowners Selling as Mortgage Rates Come Down?



If you’re looking to buy a home, the recent downward trend in mortgage rates is good news because it helps with affordability. But there’s another way this benefits you – it may inspire more homeowners to put their houses up for sale.

The Mortgage Rate Lock-In Effect

Over the past ...

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Jan. 17, 2024

2 Reasons Why Today’s Mortgage Rate Trend Is Good for Sellers



If you’ve been holding off on selling your house to make a move because you felt mortgage rates were too high, their recent downward trend is exciting news for you. Here's what is happening and what it means for you. Mortgage rates have descended since last October when they ...

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Jan. 12, 2024

Home Prices Forecast To Climb over the Next 5 Years [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re worried about what’s next for home prices, know the HPES shows experts are projecting they’ll continue to rise at least through 2028.
  • Based on that forecast, if you bought a $400,000 house this year, experts say it could gain over $72,000 in equity over ...
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Jan. 6, 2024

What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power



If you want to buy a home, it's important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month. Here's a look at current rates and what it means for your purchasing power.

Fortunately, rates for 30-year fixed mortgages have come ...

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Jan. 3, 2024

Thinking About Buying a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions



If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention than normal to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on ...

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