by Venturi Realty | Nov 9, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1....
by Venturi Realty | Nov 4, 2021 | Distressed Properties, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Short Sales
With forbearance plans coming to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures similar to what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are a few reasons why that won’t happen. There are fewer homeowners in trouble...
by Venturi Realty | Nov 3, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit the lowest point ever recorded, and they’ve hovered in...
by Venturi Realty | Nov 2, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
With mortgage rates climbing above 3% for the first time in months, serious buyers are more motivated than ever to find a home before the end of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it best, saying: “Housing...
by Venturi Realty | Nov 1, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are rising at a rate much higher than the three years leading up to the pandemic: “Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a...
by Venturi Realty | Oct 29, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused homes throughout the country to appreciate at a much faster rate than what we’ve experienced historically. There are many reasons for the limited...
