Real Estate Blog

Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market factors are definitely important, there’s also a bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership. Think of it this way. If you know people who ... Continue Reading » about Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run

One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds right now is: when will mortgage rates come down? After several years of rising rates and a lot of bouncing around in 2024, we’re all eager for some relief.While no one can project where rates will go with complete accuracy or the exact timing, ... Continue Reading » about When Will Mortgage Rates Come Down?

A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch: so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same time.So, what’s the real advantage of selling your house ... Continue Reading » about Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot

A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why, 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead (see chart below): If ... Continue Reading » about Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?

Some HighlightsThere’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true.​Experts agree the share of homes bought by investors is declining – and most are smaller investors, like your neighbor who owns a second home, not Wall Street.No matter what ... Continue Reading » about Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes

With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of year, your home can really stand out.Here's the thing: ... Continue Reading » about Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season