by hjadmin | Jul 7, 2021 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
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...
by hjadmin | Jul 6, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Home prices have increased significantly over the last year, which in turn has grown the net worth of homeowners. Appreciation and home equity are directly linked – as the value of a home increases, so does a homeowner’s equity. And with these recent gains, homeowners...
by hjadmin | Jul 1, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
The question of whether the real estate market is a bubble ready to pop seems to be dominating a lot of conversations – and everyone has an opinion. Yet, when it comes down to it, the opinions that carry the most weight are the ones based on experience and expertise....
by hjadmin | Jun 30, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Pricing
As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what’s to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Near record-low mortgage rates coupled with rising home price appreciation kicked off a robust housing market in the first half of 2021, but what does...
by hjadmin | Jun 29, 2021 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths
In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn Telford,...
by hjadmin | Jun 28, 2021 | For Sellers, FSBOs, Pricing, Selling Myths
Selling a house is a time-consuming process – especially if you decide to do it on your own, known as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO). From conducting market research to reviewing legal documents, handling negotiations, and more, it’s an involved and highly detailed...