3 Charts That Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble

3 Charts That Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble

by | Jul 20, 2021 | Uncategorized

With home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a closer look at the market data indicates this is nothing like 2006 for three major reasons. 1. The housing market isn’t driven...
What You Should Do Before Interest Rates Rise

What You Should Do Before Interest Rates Rise

by | Jul 19, 2021 | Uncategorized

In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average. Here are some...
Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns

Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns

by | Jul 15, 2021 | Uncategorized

Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe it’s a “bad time to buy” a...
Why This Isn’t Your Typical Summer Housing Market

Why This Isn’t Your Typical Summer Housing Market

by | Jul 13, 2021 | Uncategorized

In real estate, it’s normal to see ebbs and flows in the market. Typically, the summer months are slower-paced than the traditionally busy spring. But this isn’t a typical summer. As the economy rebounds and life is returning to normal, the real estate market is...
4 Major Incentives To Sell This Summer

4 Major Incentives To Sell This Summer

by | Jul 12, 2021 | Uncategorized

While the housing market forecast for the second half of the year remains positive, there may not be a better time to sell than right now. Here are four things to consider if you’re trying to decide if now’s the right time to make a move. 1. Your House Will Likely...
Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]

by | Jul 9, 2021 | Uncategorized

Some Highlights The amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically. On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in equity over the last 12 months, and the average equity on mortgaged homes is now $216,000. When it’s time to sell, your...
Selling Your House? Make Sure You Price It Right.

Selling Your House? Make Sure You Price It Right.

by | Jul 8, 2021 | Uncategorized

There’s no denying we’re in a sellers’ market. With low inventory and high buyer demand, homes today are selling above the asking price at a record rate. According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR): Homes...
The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To Hear

The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To Hear

by | Jul 7, 2021 | Uncategorized

For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the homebuying process and what they can afford. It found: “1 in 4 underestimated their buying potential by $150k...