Category Archives: Today’s Market

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”

This article is promising for any of you worried about the end of forbearance. However, if you do find yourself in the unfortunate situation where foreclosure looks imminent, give me a call. As an SFR (certified Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource) I’m trained to help. With forbearance plans about to come to an end, manyContinue reading “4 Reasons Why the End of Forbearance Will Not Lead to a Wave of Foreclosures”