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16 Jan 2020

Even Though Home Prices Are Increasing, Homes Are STILL Very Affordable!

Homes Are More Affordable Today, Not Less Affordable There’s a current narrative that owning a home today is less affordable than it has been in the past. The reason some are making this claim is because house prices have substantially increased over the last several years. It’s not, however, just the price of a home […]

13 Jan 2020

When You Buy a Home, You Can Increase Your Future Wealth Big Time!

Buying a Home Early Can Significantly Increase Future Wealth According to an Urban Institute study, homeowners who purchase a house before age 35 are better prepared for retirement at age 60. The good news is, our younger generations are strong believers in homeownership. According to a Freddie Mac survey, “The dream of homeownership is alive and well within “Generation […]

9 Jan 2020

Is Your Home For Sale? If Not, There Are Buyers Waiting To Buy It!

There’s a Long Line of Buyers Waiting for Your House If you’re following what’s happening in the housing market right now, you know that many people believe the winter months aren’t a good time to sell a home. As realtor.com Senior Economist George Ratiu recently noted, “Sellers tend to be more reluctant to list during the colder time of […]

7 Jan 2020

Renovations on the Agenda For 2020? Here Are the Ones That Will Get You The Most ROI!

Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights: If you’re planning on selling your house in 2020, these are the top renovations that will give you the highest Return on your Investment. Regardless of how long you’re planning on staying in your current home, it’s smart to be aware of which home renovations add the […]

6 Jan 2020

What Are The Top 3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home in 2020?

3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This Year Outside of a strong economy, low unemployment, and higher wages, there are three more great reasons why you may want to consider buying your dream home this year instead of waiting. 1. Buying a Home is a Great Investment Several reports indicate that real estate is […]

2 Jan 2020

Using Local Professionals Makes a HUGE Difference When Buying a Home.

Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC] Buying a home can be a very exciting time in your life, if you use the right people to help. Many people start their home search on-line, which isn’t a bad idea. The problem that can arise is when you don’t use local […]

18 Dec 2019

Home Buyers Are in The Market This Winter!

Holiday Gifts Are Not the Only Hot Things Right Now Black Friday is behind us and holiday gifts are flying off the shelves in stores and online. Unlike last year, however, there’s another type of buyer that is very active this winter – the homebuyer. Each month, ShowingTime releases their Showing Index, which tracks the average number of appointments […]

10 Dec 2019

What Does The Housing Market Look Like Over The Past Year?

A 365 Day Difference in Homeownership Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide consumers with some significant benefits. Here’s a look at three of them: Refinance: If you already own a home, you may want to decide […]

9 Dec 2019

Going Into 2020, Are You In Need of a Bigger Home?

Is A Bigger House Within Your Budget? At this time of year, many families come together to celebrate the season. It’s also the time when many realize their homes are just not quite big enough to host all of their guests and loved ones. Are you one of those homeowners dreaming for a larger space […]

25 Nov 2019

Think the Housing Market is Slow in Winter? Think Again! Here Are 7 Reasons to List Your Home During the Holidays!

7 Reasons to List Your House This Holiday Season Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to list their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack the top reasons why listing your house now or keeping […]