Mid year housing market update includes three things to know today to make the most of the current real estate landscape. Shifting trends and industry-leading research are pointing toward some valuable projections about the status of the housing market for the rest of the year. If you’re thinking of buying or selling, or […]
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What Experts are Saying About the Current Housing Market
What Experts are Saying About the Current Housing Market We’re halfway through the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the experts predict for the second half of 2019. Here’s what some have to say:Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com “Lower mortgage rates, […]
Is Renting Right For Me?
Is Renting Right For Me? If you’re currently renting and have dreams of owning your own home, it may be a good time to think about your next move. With rent costs rising annually and many helpful down payment assistance programs available, homeownership may be closer than you realize. According to the 2018 Bank of […]
The Cost Of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition
The Cost Of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition Interest rates are projected to increase steadily heading into 2020. The higher your interest rate, the more money you will end up paying for your home and the higher your monthly payment will be. Rates are still low right now – don’t wait until they […]
The Surprising Profile Of The Real Estate Investor
Over 10% of all residential homes are purchased by investors, and that number continues to rise. Who are these investors? While the real estate investor of today does include large institutions, there are scores of smaller investors as well. The Real Estate Investor Of Today Is Not All Institutions Many have speculated that the large […]
What A Difference A Year Makes For Sellers
Over the last few years, many sellers have been hesitant to put their houses on the market because they feared not being able to find another home to buy. Oh what a difference a year makes for sellers. We’ve reported on inventory shortages in the past, and it’s been a constant concern for potential buyers […]
Should I Refinance My Home?
Should I Refinance My Home? With the recent lower interest rates, many homeowners are wondering if they should refinance. To decide if refinancing is the best option for your family, start by asking yourself these questions: Why do you want to refinance?There are many reasons to refinance, but here are three of the most common […]
Home Price Appreciation Forecast
Home Price Appreciation Forecast Home price appreciation forecast questions continue to come up about where home prices will head throughout the rest of this year, as well as where they may be going beyond that. We’ve gathered current data from the industry’s most reliable sources to help answer these questions: The Home Price Expectation Survey […]
Is Your First Home Now Within Your Grasp?
Each real estate market can bring new opportunities for potential buyers. Millennials continue to enter into homeownership. Accordingly, is your first home now within your grasp? Some Highlights: According to the US Census Bureau, “millennials” are defined as 18-36-year-olds. According to NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, the median age of all first-time home buyers is 32. […]
Americans’ Powerful Belief In Homeownership As An Investment
Americans’ powerful belief in homeownership as an investment stems from the the fact that it is a reliable and lucrative way to build wealth. Even with economic fluctuations and drops in market price, real estate values recover and appreciate. In addition, many Americans continue to see returns over time on homes and property. This longstanding […]
