Category Archives: Today’s Market

Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide when to list your house, the time is now. There are plenty of buyers eagerly waiting for your home to hit the market. The latest data indicates home showings are rising. There are more buyers than homes for sale right now. That means you’ll likely receive multiple offers, and your home won’t be on the marketContinue reading “When Is the Right Time To Sell?”

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen from 3.22% at the start of the year to 3.55% as of last week. This is important to note because any increase in mortgage ratesContinue reading “The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading”

There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding to sell your home. Take the quiz to see if it’s time for you to sell: https://www.quiz-maker.com/QD216WX5F

Some Highlights According to a Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for eight years in a row. Real estate tops the list because you’re not just buying a place to call home – you’re investing in your future. Real estate is typically considered a stable and secure asset that can grow in value over time. Let’sContinue reading “Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment “

As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list. But, how do you know when to make your move? You want to time it just right so you can get the most out of the sale of your current house. You also want to know you’reContinue reading “Sellers: Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move”

On the shutdown of it’s homebuying (flipping) business, CEO Rich Barton said Zillow’s ultimate failure was its inability to predict housing prices accurately: “We’ve determined the unpredictability in forecasting home prices far exceeds what we anticipated.”  If you are planning to sell your home, or invest in a new one, make sure you consult with aContinue reading “Predicting Housing Prices”

If you’re renovating your home—or trying to build a new one—you’ve probably already rammed into a barrier in getting things done: limited supplies. Out-of-stock items aren’t just limited to toilet paper and anti-bacterial wipes. From refrigerators to doors to furniture, the supply chain for home building and renovation materials is stretched thin. Read more: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/mortgages/home-renovation-supply-chain-problems/

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, this is the time to think seriously about making a move. Fannie Mae’s recent Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) reveals the number of respondents who say it’s a good time to sell is higher now than it was over the past few summers (see graph below). Today, the majority of consumers,Continue reading “Why 2021 Is Still the Year To Sell Your House”

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home but wondering if waiting a few years will save you in the long run, think again. The longer the wait, the more you’ll pay, especially when mortgage rates and home prices rise. Even the slightest change in the mortgage rate can have a big impact on your buying power no matter your price point.Continue reading “Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You”