Look who’s moving into the neighborhood! The new kids on the block are unloading their moving trucks and are here to stay. The increase in competition for a home is a huge talking point in the real estate industry now. The kicker? The largest age groups looking for a home primarily consist of the younger […]
Category Archives: Pittsburgh Home Buyers
3 Ways to Win a Bidding War in a Seller’s Market
Though many feared economic instability in early 2020 would lead to a real estate slowdown, the market has actually been booming this summer and fall here in Pittsburgh. Record-low interest rates and changing home needs have led to a surge in buyer demand—and a lot of buying competition. A booming market is good, but it […]
Why Every Buyer Should Get Pre-Approved Before Searching for Homes
You may have heard that getting pre-approved for a mortgage is the most important step you can take before buying a home. But unless you’ve done your research, you probably aren’t aware of all the amazing benefits that come with having a pre-approval letter in hand. Why You Shouldn’t Skip Getting Pre-Approved for Your Mortgage […]
Here’s How Mortgage Rates Have Changed Over the Decades
Even if you aren’t thinking about buying a home, you may have heard that mortgage rates have plunged to record lows. That may seem like great news, but it’s hard to know just how much you’re saving by taking advantage of rock-bottom rates. Here’s what you need to know about today rates…and how they’ve changed […]
Here’s What Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs to Know Before Making a Move
Here in Pittsburgh and across the nation, we’re seeing a huge spike in first-time homeownership. According to a recent study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes that were sold in June, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. Are you thinking about buying […]
How Buyers Can Compete in Pittsburgh’s Hot Summer Market
The weather is getting hotter, which means more homes are finally hitting the market here in Pittsburgh! Although the ongoing pandemic halted our busy spring selling season, we’ve seen more and more new listings throughout the summer, which is good news for anyone looking to make a move. However, as home prices continue to rise […]
Why Summer 2020 Is a Good Time to Buy a Home
The ongoing health crisis has brought a lot of change to our world. Its arrival ushered in an era of widespread closures, stay-at-home orders, unemployment, and uncertainty. Many would-be buyers opted to press pause on their real estate dreams until things settled down. But with businesses reopening, people returning to work, and life slowly beginning […]