Is the Housing Market Starting To Balance Out?

Housing-Market

For years, sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market. With so few homes for sale and so many people who wanted to purchase them, buyers faced tough competition just to get an offer accepted. But now, inventory is rising, and things are starting to shift in many areas. So, is the housing market balancing […]

The Risks of Selling Your House on Your Own

The Risks of Selling Your House on Your Own

Are you thinking about selling your house on your own (known as a For Sale by Owner or FSBO)? If so, know there’s a whole lot more time and expertise needed in that process than you might think. While the idea of doing it all by yourself might seem tempting, it’s important to recognize the […]

The Perks of Selling Your House When Inventory Is Low

The Perks of Selling Your House When Inventory Is Low

When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move. One thing that may be working in your favor is how few homes there are for sale right now. Here’s what you need to know about the current inventory situation and what it means for […]

Your Home Equity Can Offset Affordability Challenges

Your Home Equity Can Offset Affordability Challenges

If you are thinking about selling your house, today’s mortgage rates may be making you wonder if that’s the right decision. Some homeowners are reluctant to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. If you’re worried about this too, know that even though rates are high right now, so is […]

The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own

Selling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently considering selling your house without a Realtor, here’s what you should know about […]

The Best Time To Sell Your House Is When Others Aren’t Selling

The Best Time To Sell Your House Is When Others Aren’t Selling

In an earlier blog, we discussed what the best season of the year is to sell your house. In light of today’s market, we’re going to amend that a bit by telling you why the best time to sell your house is when others aren’t selling theirs. If you’re thinking about selling your house, you […]

The Worst Home Price Declines Are Behind Us

The Worst Home Price Declines Are Behind Us

If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come. That’s because today’s headlines are painting an unnecessarily negative picture. Contrary to those headlines, home prices aren’t in a freefall. This is a trend we noted […]

The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval

The Power of Pre-Approval

If you’re thinking of buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge. With so few homes on the market right now, plus higher mortgage rates, it’s essential to have a firm grasp on your homebuying budget. You’ll also need a sense of determination to find the right house and act […]

What the Experts Are Saying About the Spring Housing Market

What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?

The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring. You may be wondering if more homes will go on the market, what’s next with home prices and mortgage rates, or what the best advice is for someone like you who wants to know […]