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Don’t Let the Latest Home Price Headlines Confuse You

Based on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines aren’t giving you the whole picture. If you look at the national data for 2023, home prices showed positive growth for the year. While this varies by market, and there were some months with slight declines nationally, those were the exception, not Continue Reading

Winning Plays for Buying a Home in Today’s Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights In today's housing market, you can still be on top if you have the right team and plan. To win when buying a home, you must build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out from the crowd. Let’s connect today to make your winning move.   Other educational articles about the market and your home Continue Reading

Experts Project Home Prices Will Increase in 2024

Even though home prices are rising nationally, some people still worry they might come down. A recent survey from Fannie Mae found that 24% of people think home prices will decline over the next 12 months. That means almost one out of every four people are dealing with that fear, and you might be, too. To help ease that concern, here's what experts forecast will happen with prices Continue Reading

Achieving Your Homebuying Dreams in 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights Are you planning to buy a home in 2024? Here’s what to focus on. Improve or know your credit score, plan for your down payment, get pre-approved, and decide what’s most important to you. Let’s connect so you have expert advice on achieving your homebuying goals this year. Other educational articles about the market and your home Continue Reading

Thinking About Buying a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions

If you’re considering buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention to the housing market than usual. And you’re getting your information from various channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on. Most likely, home prices and mortgage rates are coming up a lot. Here are the top two questions Continue Reading

What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to ensure you understand some of the costs you may encounter upfront. And to do that, always turn to trusted real estate professionals. They can help you set a plan and take a strategic look at your budget and your process before Continue Reading

Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step

If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s an excellent time to consider if your current home is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life. Fortunately, you may be better positioned to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about as you decide whether or not to sell and make a move. How Long You’ve Been in Your Home From Continue Reading

The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying

In search of the perfect home, unbridled enthusiasm is tempered by several economic factors.  There’s no denying that mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than last year, impacting what you can afford. At the same time, fewer homes are still available for sale than the norm. These are two of the biggest hurdles buyers are facing today. But there are ways to overcome Continue Reading

Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?

Many people distanced themselves from their loved ones during the pandemic for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away from their grandkids, especially as schools opened. That’s because it would have been risky to visit with their grandchildren, who may have gotten sick from school. Now that the pandemic has passed, many grandparents want more than ever to be near their Continue Reading

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