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Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot

Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch: so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same time. […]
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Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season

Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of […]
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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?

Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why, 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling stressed because […]
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How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today

How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says: “If you are an aspiring homeowner, buying a […]

Uncategorized Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch: so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same time. […]

Uncategorized Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of […]

Uncategorized Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why, 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling stressed because […]

Uncategorized How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says: “If you are an aspiring homeowner, buying a […]

Uncategorized How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says: “If you are an aspiring homeowner, buying a […]

Uncategorized Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash One major reason why we’re not heading toward a foreclosure crisis is the high level of equity homeowners have today. Unlike in the last housing bubble, where many homeowners owed more than their homes were worth, today’s homeowners have far more equity than debt. That’s a big […]

Uncategorized Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown […]

Uncategorized What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility? What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility? If you’ve been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately, you might feel like you’re on a roller coaster ride. One day rates are up; the next they dip down a bit. So, what’s driving this constant change? Let’s dive into just a few of the major reasons why […]

Uncategorized Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes? Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes? Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough. You’re scrolling through listings, rushing to open houses, and maybe even losing out to more competitive offers. Somewhere along the way, you might’ve heard the reason it’s so hard to find a home is because big Wall Street investors are […]

Uncategorized Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market. Maybe you’re wondering if it’s even a good idea to move right now. Or you’re stressed […]

Uncategorized Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out? Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out? When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought about renting their home before listing, with nearly a […]

Uncategorized More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to buy. Let’s look at two reasons why. You Have More Options To […]

Uncategorized What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you’re thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s a very common roadblock and is one of the biggest […]

Uncategorized The Majority of Veterans Are Unaware of a Key VA Loan Benefit The Majority of Veterans Are Unaware of a Key VA Loan Benefit For over 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans achieve the dream of homeownership. But according to Veterans United, only 3 in 10 Veterans realize they may be able to buy a home without needing a down payment (see visual […]

Uncategorized Renting vs. Buying: The Net Worth Gap You Need To See Renting vs. Buying: The Net Worth Gap You Need To See Trying to decide between renting or buying a home? One key factor that could help you choose is just how much homeownership can grow your net worth. Every three years, the Federal Reserve Board shares a report called the Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF). It shows how much wealth […]

Uncategorized What To Look For From This Week’s Fed Meeting What To Look For From This Week’s Fed Meeting You may be hearing a lot of talk about the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and how their actions will impact the housing market right now. Here’s why. The Fed meets again this week to decide the next step with the Federal Funds Rate. That’s how much it costs […]

Uncategorized Expect the Unexpected: Anticipating Volatility in Today’s Housing Market Expect the Unexpected: Anticipating Volatility in Today’s Housing Market You’ve probably noticed one thing if you’re thinking about making a move: the housing market feels a bit unpredictable right now. The truth is, from home prices to mortgage rates, we’re seeing more volatility – and it’s important to understand why. At a high-level, let’s break down […]

Uncategorized Is a Fixer Upper Right for You? Is a Fixer Upper Right for You? Looking to buy a home but feeling like almost everything is out of reach? Here’s the thing. There’s still a way to become a homeowner, even when affordability seems like a huge roadblock – and it might be with a fixer upper. Let’s dive into why buying a fixer upper could be […]

Uncategorized How Real Estate Agents Take the Fear Out of Moving How Real Estate Agents Take the Fear Out of Moving Feeling a bit unsure, or even afraid, to move with everything going on right now? The decision to move shouldn’t be scary, it should be exciting. And the best way to eliminate any fear is to work with a pro. Real estate agents are so […]

Uncategorized Avoid These Top Homebuyer Mistakes in Today’s Market Avoid These Top Homebuyer Mistakes in Today’s Market No one likes making mistakes, especially when they happen in what’s likely the biggest transaction of your life – buying a home. That’s why partnering with a trusted agent is so important. Here’s a sneak peek at the most common missteps buyers are making in today’s market and how […]