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Less Competition as Bidding Wars Ease

Less Competition as Bidding Wars Ease

  One of the top stories in recent real estate headlines was the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. With so many buyers looking to purchase a home and so few of them available for sale, fiercely competitive bidding wars became the norm during the pandemic – and it drove home prices up. If you tried to buy a house over the past two years, you probably experienced this Continue Reading

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?

  One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a clear picture. Part of the challenge is that it can be hard to understand what experts are Continue Reading

Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert Advice

Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert Advice

  If you’re a homeowner or are planning to become one soon, you’re probably looking for clear information about today’s housing market. And if you’ve turned to the news or even just read headlines recently, you might feel like you’re left with more questions than answers. The best way to make sure you get what you need is to work with an expert.  A trusted Real Continue Reading

Why You May Want To Start Your Home Search Today

Why You May Want To Start Your Home Search Today

  If you’re thinking about buying a home, you likely have a lot of factors on your mind. You’re weighing your own needs against higher mortgage rates, today’s home prices, and more to try to decide if you want to jump into the market. While some buyers may wait things out, there’s a reason serious buyers are making moves right now, and that’s the growing number of homes for Continue Reading

Culturally Inclined East Village

Culturally Inclined, East Village

  This month Culturally Inclined, is all about the East Village.  The East Village is known for its creativity and innovation. The area continues to be an innovator by preserving historic districts and landmarks, including many sustainability initiatives.       East Side Coastal Resiliency The East Side Coastal Resiliency Project is underway to Continue Reading

The Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for Homebuyers

  Over the past few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac fell by half a percent. The mortgage rate drop happened over concerns about a potential recession. And since mortgage rates have risen dramatically this year, homebuyers across the country should see this decline as welcome news. Freddie Mac reports that the average 30-year Continue Reading

What You Need to Know

Buyers What You Need to Know

    “[M]ake sure you have all the cash you will need for the transaction readily available. If you are receiving a gift, try to have it in the bank in advance.” The article discusses important topics Buyers Need to Know. Buying in a seller’s market is a nerve-wracking endeavor for most, but it doesn’t have to be. Melissa Cohn (quoted), William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Continue Reading

Real Estate Jargon

Real Estate Jargon

When shopping for a home it's important to understand the Real Estate jargon and its meanings.  Caroline Briggs's article explains "11 Confusing Real Estate Terms," along with my esteemed colleagues Jeanne Byers, Gill Chowdhury, and Cara Ameer clarifies some of the confusing terms.  Real Estate terms befuddle many buyers and sellers.  "The real estate process is complex with many Continue Reading

Home Inspection

Home Inspections

Home inspection time is usually when home buying process "gets real" for buyers. Generally, they’ve taken the time — months, sometimes years — to find “the perfect home”.  Now, the inspector is going to come in and expose all the underlying warts of the home.  However, as their trusted agent you have their back and will guide them through the process.    Hiring a licensed Continue Reading

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