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Archives for September 2023

Are More Homes Coming onto the Market?

The number of homes for sale is an essential factor shaping today’s market. And, if you’re considering whether or not to list your house, that’s one of the most significant advantages you have right now. When housing inventory is this low, your home will stand out incredibly if priced right. But there are some early signs that more listings are coming. According to the latest data, new Continue Reading

Plenty of Buyers Are Still Active Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

Key Takeaway Holding off on selling your house because you believe there aren’t any buyers out there? Data shows buyers are still active, even with higher mortgage rates. This shows people still want to buy homes and those who can are moving now. Don’t delay your plan to sell for fear no one is buying. The opposite is true, and buyer Continue Reading

Why Is Housing Inventory So Low?

One question that’s top of mind if you’re considering moving today is: Why is it so hard to find a house to buy? And while it may be tempting to wait it out until you have more options, that’s probably not the best strategy. Here’s why. There aren’t enough homes available for sale, but that shortage isn’t just a problem today. It’s been a challenge for years. Let’s look Continue Reading

Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses?

Are you a baby boomer who’s lived in your current house for a long time, and you’re ready for a change? If you’re considering selling your home, you have much to consider. Will you move to a different state or stay nearby? Is it time to downsize, or do you want more space to accommodate your loved ones? But maybe the biggest consideration is whether you will buy your next home or choose Continue Reading

What Experts Project for Home Prices Over the Next 5 Years

If you're planning to buy a home, one thing to consider is what experts project home prices will do in the future and how that might affect your investment. While you may have seen negative news over the past year about home prices, they’re doing far better than expected and are rising across the country. And data shows experts forecast home prices will keep Continue Reading

Planning to Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Make a Move

Retiring is a significant milestone in life, bringing many changes and new opportunities. As the door to this exciting chapter opens, you may consider selling your house and finding a home better suited for your evolving needs. Fortunately, you may be better positioned to make a move than you realize. Here are a few reasons why. Consider How Long You’ve Been in Your Home From 1985 Continue Reading

Home Price Forecasts Revised for 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Key Takeaways Last year, some housing experts projected a decline in home prices by the end of 2023. But that didn’t happen – inventory was just too low. While it’s normal for experts to re-forecast throughout the year, the good news for 2023 is that prices are no longer projected to decrease. Continue Reading

Get Ready for Smaller, More Affordable Homes

Have you been trying to buy a home, but higher mortgage rates and home prices limit your options? If so, here’s some good news – based on what Ali Wolf, Chief Economist at Zonda, has to say – smaller, more affordable homes are on the way: “Buyers should expect that over the next 12 to 24 months there will be a notable increase in the number of entry-level Continue Reading

Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future

  Mortgage Rates Impact Affordability If you plan to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates. Since mortgage rates impact what you can afford when you take out a home loan – and affordability is a challenge today – it’s a good time to look at the big picture of where mortgage rates have been historically compared to where they are now. Beyond Continue Reading

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