Defying high unemployment and an economic recession, the housing market has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. That isn’t likely to let up heading into the […]
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Even with low inventory, expect a strong 2021 housing market
Even prior to the pandemic, housing inventory had hit record lows, and the problem has only gotten worse as demand continues to rise. Total home sales are outpacing […]
What Real Estate Has to Be Grateful For in 2020
No doubt, 2020 has been a uniquely challenging year. With unemployment still above pre-pandemic levels, the country coming to terms with longstanding racial inequities, Americans worrying about natural disasters and coming […]
The housing market is hot, but not in a bubble
But rising home prices are a concern Existing home sales came in at a whopping 6,850,000, beating estimates with the highest print since 2006. Days on […]
6 Reasons Why This Is Actually the Best Time in Years To Sell a House
Talk about a strange summer. Between the continued threat of the novel coronavirus, a wobbly economy, and layoffs happening left and right, it’s no surprise that […]
What low interest rates through 2023 means for real estate
The Fed plans to keep interest rates low for the next few years, and will continue buying mortgage-backed securities The Federal Reserve is preaching stability […]
Four Common Reasons Behind Rejected Offers
Rejected offers cause homebuyers considerable disappointment and enormous heartache. You’ve found the home of your dreams and you’ve put an offer in on it. Your […]
Fall Home Sales Surge Ahead of Normal Patterns
Home sales and home prices are increasing by double digits, with homes flying off the market in record time. Existing-home sales increased for the fourth […]
Top Tips for Selling a Home in Winter
The fall real estate market is almost always a hot season. Families have returned from summer vacations. Kids have gone back to school. The holidays aren’t […]
How your credit score affects your mortgage rate
Your credit score is one of the most important factors lenders consider when you apply for a mortgage. Typically, the higher your score, the lower the […]