Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Your time, energy, and money matter – and not all upgrades offer the payoff you might expect. As U.S. News Real Estate explains: “. . . not every home renovation project will increase the resale value ofContinue reading “Home Projects That Boost Value”
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Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t
With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may make you feel a little worried aboutContinue reading “Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t”
Do You Think the Housing Market Is About To Crash? Read This First
Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news, you might have seen some pretty scary headlines yourself. That’s why it’s no surprise that, according to data from Clever Real Estate, 70% of Americans areContinue reading “Do You Think the Housing Market Is About To Crash? Read This First”
Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plan?
Retirement isn’t just a milestone. It’s the beginning of something special, especially when you have a solid retirement plan in place. Finally, after years of effort, slow down, explore passions, and live your way. But with this exciting chapter comes some big choices. Does your current home align with your future lifestyle and budget needs?Continue reading “Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plan?”
Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers
Buying your first home in today’s market can feel tough. Between high home prices and mortgage rates, affordability is still a big challenge. And some buyers are making one simple trade-off that’s getting them in the door faster: square footage. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), 35% of buyers are willing to purchase something smaller to make homeownership happen.Continue reading “Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers”
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?
If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is coming up fast. A recent Realtor.com study analyzed years of housing market trends (excluding 2020 since it was an outlier) and found that April 13–19 is expected to be the ideal window toContinue reading “The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?”
Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year
If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market. That’s because mortgage rates have been trending down lately – and that gives you a chance to jump back in. Mortgage rates have been declining for seven straight weeks now, accordingContinue reading “Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year”
More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?
More people are taking steps to buy a home. And, if you’ve been waiting for the right time to move, this may be the sign you’ve been looking for. For the past few years, a lot of would-be homebuyers hit pause on their plans. With rising mortgage rates and affordability challenges, buying just didn’t seem doable. ButContinue reading “More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?”
Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?
Are you trying to buy a home but you feel like you’re up against deep-pocketed Wall Street investors snatching up everything in sight? Many people believe mega investors are driving up prices and buying up all the homes for sale, and that’s making it hard for regular buyers like you to compete. But here’s the truth. InvestorContinue reading “Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?”
Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation
It feels like everything is getting more expensive these days especially in buying a home. That’s because inflation has remained higher than normal for longer than expected – and that’s impacting the costs of goods, services, and more. And with rising costs all around you, you’re probably questioning: is now really the right time to buy aContinue reading “Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation”
