Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). The overwhelming expectation is that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate at their upcoming meeting, driven primarily by recent signs that inflation is cooling, and the job market is slowing down. Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, said: “They’re ready to cut, just as long as weContinue reading “How Is The Housing Market Affected by Federal Reserve’s Next Move”
Category Archives: Real Estate
Is Affordability Starting To Improve?
Is Affordability Starting To Improve? Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says:Continue reading “Is Affordability Starting To Improve?”
Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?
When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house can be a big decision. Should you sell it and use the money for your next adventure, or keep it as a rental to build long-term wealth? It’s a question many homeowners face, and the answer isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re curious aboutContinue reading “Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?”
Rediscover Your Backyard: Be A Tourist In Your Hometown
Everybody dreams about far-off trips, but how about an exciting staycation? The undiscovered treasures right in your own community may surprise you. Here’s how to discover your familiar city again and swap in your commute for a “tourist mindset”: Arrange Your Schedule: Accept the Gaze of the Tourist: Eat and travel locally: Change Your ModeContinue reading “Rediscover Your Backyard: Be A Tourist In Your Hometown”
Why A Vacation Home Is The Ultimate Summer Upgrade
Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season. If you’re excited about getting away and having some fun in the sun, it might make sense to consider if owning your own vacation home is right for you. An Ameriprise Financial survey shedsContinue reading “Why A Vacation Home Is The Ultimate Summer Upgrade”
Selling Smart: Why A Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference
If you’re considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the extra stress. Going this route means shouldering a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and, if you’re not an expert, that opens the door for mistakes to happen and canContinue reading “Selling Smart: Why A Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference”
68-16 61st Road, Middle Village, NY 11379 (SOLD)
UNDER CONTRACT!! Great size home! One of the largest size attached homes in Middle Village! Quiet location, close to Eliot Avenue. Large backyard! Needs TLC – Great opportunity to mold it as you like it! Features: ⭐ 3 Bedrooms | Baths (1 full and 2 half) ⭐ One-Car Attached Garage⭐ Eat-In Kitchen⭐ Porch⭐ Large Backyard⭐ BasementContinue reading “68-16 61st Road, Middle Village, NY 11379 (SOLD)”
What Are Prepaid Interest
When you are at the closing of a real estate transaction, you may hear the term “prepaid interest.” Here’s what it means: Prepaid interest charges are charges due at closing for any daily interest that accrues on your loan between the date you close on your mortgage loan and the period covered by your firstContinue reading “What Are Prepaid Interest”
Summer Staycations: Best Ideas for Everyone to Beat the Heat
Summer Staycations: Best Ideas for Everyone to Beat the Heat: The summertime travel bug may be attacking you! However, what happens if you need more time or money? Don’t worry—a staycation can be just as entertaining as a regular vacation and far less demanding. Here are some fantastic staycation ideas to create your own privateContinue reading “Summer Staycations: Best Ideas for Everyone to Beat the Heat”
Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up
Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up: You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three homes on the market are newly built. And if you’re wondering what that means for the housing market and for your own move, here’s what you need to know. Why ThisContinue reading “Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up”
