Key points: The current housing market is heavily geared towards sellers, and high demand for homes can lead to competitive prices for home buyers. Historically low mortgage rates are contributing to the affordability of today’s homes because homeowners will pay thousands less in interest over the lifespan of their loan. Want to take advantage of […]
4 Bright Ideas for Staging Your Home with Lighting
Key Points: When it comes to selling your home, staging is the easiest way to make a great first impression both online and during an in-person tour. Focusing on the smaller touches can really impress buyers—and lighting is an important detail you should never overlook. Looking for more easy tips to transform your home and […]
Why Now Is a Great Time to Buy a House
Key Takeaways: From a financial perspective, now is a great time to buy a house, especially as mortgage rates hover at an all-time low. Investing in real estate can increase your wealth even if the economy is in a recession. Do you still have questions about investing during a recession? We’d be happy to give […]
5 Ways to Make Your Offer More Competitive
Today’s home buyers are navigating a market that’s more competitive than ever thanks to low inventory and high demand. With so many buyers competing for a limited number of homes, it’s more important than ever to know the ins and outs of making a successful offer. Don’t lose out on your next dream home! Get […]
Mortgages Made Easy: How to Choose the Right Home Loan
Key Takeaways: As mortgage rates continue hovering near historic lows, many potential buyers are eager to make a move—but it can be hard to know which type of loan is best. There are dozens of different mortgage options available today, and some even have low down payment or credit score requirements. This can help a […]
Why Homeownership Is Key to Building Wealth
Key Points: A primary home accounts for 90% of the total wealth of a family in the United States. Because real estate typically increases in value over time, owning a home is considered one of the soundest investments you can make. If you’re a first-time buyer, homeownership will always be a great opportunity to build […]
Winter Will Bring a Flurry of Activity to the Housing Market
Key Points: According to new projections, 2020 is poised to be one of the best winter sales seasons on record. Despite the pandemic, we’re still likely to end the year with more homes sold overall in 2020 than in 2019. Mortgage rates are expected to stay low, while prices keep skyrocketing. Now is the time to […]
Is It Safe to Sell a Home Right Now?
In this issue: Sellers cite general uncertainty, financial uncertainty, and COVID-related health concerns as their main reasons for hesitating to list. Agents are utilizing modern technology to make homes more accessible to buyers without an in-person showing. They’re also developing low-contact ways to show homes in person when necessary. Selling now means taking advantage of […]
Be Our Guest: 4 Ways to Transform Your Home into the Ultimate Entertaining Space
Key Points: Even in the middle of a pandemic, today’s homeowners are looking to make their spaces more conducive to entertaining. Certain upgrades—especially those in the entryway, kitchen, and backyard—have the potential to boost your home’s resale value. And best of all, your guests will love them just as much as you do! These projects […]
The Housing Market Plays a Key Role in the Return of the Economy
The pandemic led many to think that the economy will suffer tremendously as a result of people losing their jobs and not being able to invest in their communities. However, real estate is here to save the day! The housing market has actually played a key factor in the quick turnaround of the economy, and […]