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4 02, 2022

How Remote Work Impacts Your Home Search [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-02-04T15:00:09+04:00

Some Highlights If your workplace is delaying its return to office plans or is allowing permanent work from home options, that may open up new possibilities for your home search. Ongoing remote work could give you the chance for a change in scenery, a move to an area with a lower cost of living, or [...]

How Remote Work Impacts Your Home Search [INFOGRAPHIC]2022-02-04T15:00:09+04:00
3 02, 2022

Millions of Americans Have Discovered the Benefits of Multigenerational Households

2022-02-03T15:00:35+04:00

If your needs are changing, you may be thinking about sharing a home with additional loved ones, such as grandparents, adult children, or other extended family members. Whether it’s for financial or health-related circumstances, or simply because you’ve reached a new phase of life, you might be wondering if living with multiple generations under the [...]

Millions of Americans Have Discovered the Benefits of Multigenerational Households2022-02-03T15:00:35+04:00
2 02, 2022

The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading

2022-02-02T15:00:14+04:00

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen from 3.22% at the start of the year to 3.55% as of last week. This is important to note because any increase [...]

The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading2022-02-02T15:00:14+04:00
1 02, 2022

Why a Move Could Bring You More Happiness This Year

2022-02-01T15:00:28+04:00

Over the past two years, we’ve lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. Because of the health crisis, many of us have spent more time at home and that’s led us to re-evaluate both what we need in a house and how much we appreciate having a safe space. If you’ve [...]

Why a Move Could Bring You More Happiness This Year2022-02-01T15:00:28+04:00
31 01, 2022

Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

2022-01-31T15:00:59+04:00

If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTOM Data, owning a home is more affordable than renting in the majority of the country. The 2022 [...]

Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country2022-01-31T15:00:59+04:00
28 01, 2022

Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-01-28T15:00:17+04:00

Some Highlights Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision. Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the road. [...]

Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]2022-01-28T15:00:17+04:00
27 01, 2022

Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers

2022-01-27T15:00:53+04:00

If you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. When selling anything, you always hope for strong demand for the item coupled with a limited supply. That maximizes your leverage when you’re negotiating the sale. Home sellers are in that exact situation right now. Here’s why. [...]

Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers2022-01-27T15:00:53+04:00
26 01, 2022

Are You a Homeowner Thinking About Climate Change?

2022-01-26T15:00:39+04:00

Americans are more aware than ever of the effects climate change and natural disasters can have on their homes. According to a report from realtor.com: “More than 3 in 4 recent buyers, 78%, took [natural disasters] into account when choosing the locations of their homes, . . .” The study also found that many existing [...]

Are You a Homeowner Thinking About Climate Change?2022-01-26T15:00:39+04:00
25 01, 2022

The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here

2022-01-25T15:00:48+04:00

Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to understand you’re never too young to start thinking about homeownership. The sooner you start planning, the sooner you can move on from renting. As you [...]

The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here2022-01-25T15:00:48+04:00
24 01, 2022

Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022

2022-01-24T15:00:43+04:00

You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in today’s market, with rising home prices and high buyer competition, it’s crucial to have a pre-approval letter prior to making an offer. Here’s why. Being intentional [...]

Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 20222022-01-24T15:00:43+04:00
20 01, 2022

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

2022-01-20T15:00:24+04:00

One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, so real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The number of buyers searching for a home greatly outweighs how many homes are [...]

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?2022-01-20T15:00:24+04:00
19 01, 2022

With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act

2022-01-19T15:00:15+04:00

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But the truth is, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. Experts have been [...]

With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act2022-01-19T15:00:15+04:00
18 01, 2022

Sellers: Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move

2022-01-18T15:00:33+04:00

As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list. But, how do you know when to make your move? You want to time it just right so you can get the most out of the sale of your current house. You also want to know [...]

Sellers: Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move2022-01-18T15:00:33+04:00
17 01, 2022

Achieving the Dream of Homeownership

2022-01-17T15:00:08+04:00

Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security, and it’s a place where we can grow and flourish. Today, we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, [...]

Achieving the Dream of Homeownership2022-01-17T15:00:08+04:00
14 01, 2022

When Is the Right Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-01-14T15:00:14+04:00

Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide when to list your house, the time is now. There are plenty of buyers eagerly waiting for your home to hit the market. The latest data indicates home showings are rising. There are more buyers than homes for sale right now. That means you’ll likely receive multiple offers, [...]

When Is the Right Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]2022-01-14T15:00:14+04:00
13 01, 2022

What’s Going To Happen with Home Prices This Year?

2022-01-13T15:00:22+04:00

After almost two years of double-digit increases, many experts thought home price appreciation would decelerate or happen at a slower pace in the last quarter of 2021. However, the latest Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic indicates while prices may have plateaued, appreciation has definitely not slowed. The following graph shows year-over-year appreciation throughout 2021. [...]

What’s Going To Happen with Home Prices This Year?2022-01-13T15:00:22+04:00
12 01, 2022

Two Ways Homebuyers Can Win in Today’s Market

2022-01-12T15:00:05+04:00

If your goal is to purchase a home this year, you might be looking for any advantage you can get in today’s sellers’ market. While competition is still fierce for homebuyers, there are ways you can win and secure the home of your dreams, even in a hot market. Act Early and Save The earlier [...]

Two Ways Homebuyers Can Win in Today’s Market2022-01-12T15:00:05+04:00
11 01, 2022

Why Inflation Shouldn’t Stop You from Buying a Home in 2022

2022-01-11T15:00:27+04:00

If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing a lot about record-breaking home prices, rising consumer costs, supply chain constraints, and more. And if you’re thinking about purchasing a home this year, all of these inflationary concerns are likely making you wonder if you should wait to buy. Investopedia explains that during [...]

Why Inflation Shouldn’t Stop You from Buying a Home in 20222022-01-11T15:00:27+04:00
10 01, 2022

Real Estate Professionals Are Experts at Keeping You Safe When You Sell

2022-01-10T15:00:42+04:00

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. For nearly two years, real estate professionals have worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of buyers and sellers during the pandemic. Today, they’re seasoned experts, not just in the art of buying and selling homes, [...]

Real Estate Professionals Are Experts at Keeping You Safe When You Sell2022-01-10T15:00:42+04:00
7 01, 2022

How To Hit Your Homebuying Goals This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-01-07T15:00:58+04:00

Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, you may want to put these items on your to-do list to ensure you hit your goals. It’s important to start working on your credit and saving for a down payment early. When you’re ready to begin your search, work with a real estate professional and [...]

How To Hit Your Homebuying Goals This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]2022-01-07T15:00:58+04:00