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The market is starting to find a more balanced direction. The tricky part about getting the best deal for you is understanding what’s on the table and what’s not. Negotiable items might include price, closing costs, warranties, repairs, closing dates, possession, inspections, and pro-rated taxes. Having me as your Real Estate Broker by your side can help you approach negotiations strategically, which is key to securing the best deal.
Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here’s How To Use It You may have heard there are more homes for sale right now. And while that’ll vary depending on the…
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The number of homes for sale varies by local area
How Growing Inventory Benefits Today’s Buyers Some Highlights While the number of homes for sale varies by local area, nationally we’re up over 36% year-over-year, but still down almost 29% compared to…
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The real estate market is undergoing some significant changes. If you put your moving plans on hold in 2024, now might be the perfect time to reconsider. With an increase in inventory, homes are staying on the market longer, which means you don’t have to rush through the process. This shift allows you to take your time and make more informed decisions about your next move.
Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again Last year, 70% of buyers abandoned their home search – and maybe you were one of…
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The truth is, from home prices to mortgage rates, we’re seeing more volatility – and it’s important to understand why.
Expect the Unexpected: Anticipating Volatility in Today’s Housing Market You’ve probably noticed one thing if you’re thinking about making a move: the housing market feels a bit unpredictable right now. The…
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The truth is, many people qualify for ZERO money down, 3.5 % down, 5% down and any number of other alternative loans.
The Truth About Down Payments Some Highlights There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the…
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The truth is, you don’t need perfect credit to become a homeowner, but your credit score does help determine many aspects of your mortgage including your interest rate and loan type.
The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It’s one of the key factors lenders look at to determine which…
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There are a few ways to improve affordability, at least marginally. . . purchase a property with a family member.
Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why Multi-generational living is on the rise. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 17% of homebuyers purchase a home to…
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There are options that can help make buying a home possible today — even if your savings are limited or your credit isn’t perfect. With the right resources and help, you can still make it happen.
Two Resources That Can Help You Buy a Home Right Now A recent report from Realtor.com says 20% of Americans don’t think homeownership is achievable. Maybe you feel the same way. With inflation…
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There are so many terms used in Real Estate that may not be familiar to you. This blog can help with that.
Common Real Estate Terms Explained If you’re a first-time homebuyer, chances are you’ll come across some terms you’re not familiar with. And that can be overwhelming, especially while going through…
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There is NEVER one answer for every situation and while this article is accurate, it is also accurate there are many additional reasons for a slower market and homes not selling instantly.
If Your House’s Price Is Not Compelling, It’s Not Selling There’s one big mistake you need to avoid when you sell your house this year: setting your price too high. It might…
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