Source: Realtor.com By Dori Lynn July 6, 2021 So you think you’re finally ready to make the jump from renter to homeowner? Awesome! In this exciting but admittedly scary time, you might be inclined to turn to friends and family for advice—especially if they own homes. But beware, dear homebuyer of the future: Those … [Read more...] about 9 Home Buying Myths You Need To Stop Believing Immediately
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New Year, New Home? Set Homeownership Goals Whether You’re Buying, Selling or Staying Put
The start of a new year always compels people to take a fresh look at their goals, from health and career to relationships and finance. But with historically low mortgage rates, increased home sales and price growth, and a tight housing inventory, the time is right to also make some homeownership resolutions for 2021. Home … [Read more...] about New Year, New Home? Set Homeownership Goals Whether You’re Buying, Selling or Staying Put
The New Normal: A Strong Housing Market Expected to Continue into 2021
“2020 will be known for a lot of things, and a record-breaking year for real estate will certainly be one of its more unexpected legacies,” prominent economist Daryl Fairweather said.1 And he’s right: most of us would have expected the housing market to suffer from circumstances like a once-in-a-hundred-years pandemic and … [Read more...] about The New Normal: A Strong Housing Market Expected to Continue into 2021
5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
For years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home. From long-distance military personnel being relocated, to investors expanding their portfolio, to homeowners looking for a vacation getaway, this technology makes finding a house that’s a bit out of driving distance much easier. … [Read more...] about 5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate?
Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate? Traditionally, spring is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. However, the coronavirus outbreak—and subsequent stay-at-home orders—led many buyers and sellers to put their moving plans on hold. In April, new listings fell nearly 45%, and sales volume fell 15% … [Read more...] about Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate?
Will Your Home Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to their property before listing it to maximize their potential sales revenue. Whatever your reasons are for taking on a … [Read more...] about Will Your Home Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
National Snapshot: How’s the Real Estate Market?
The U.S. unemployment rate is at a 50-year low, and consumer confidence remains high. In fact, the University of Michigan’s latest Surveys of Consumers found that Americans have their most positive personal finance outlook since 2003.1 However, if you follow national news, you’ve probably heard speculation that we could be … [Read more...] about National Snapshot: How’s the Real Estate Market?
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