Jennifer Louden's Blog
The Fed Doesn’t Directly Set Mortgage Rates
What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But…
Read MoreHow important is pricing?
Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will. Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And…
Read MoreIf concerns about bidding wars have been holding you back, it may be time to take another look.
Should You Still Expect a Bidding War? If you’re still worried about having to deal with a bidding war when you buy a home, you may be able to let…
Read MoreIf the chaos of the past few years drove you to hit pause, this is your green light.
From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy. Homes were listed…
Read MoreThe last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing.
More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead. When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing.…
Read MoreNow that there are more homes for sale, buyers have more options. And sellers need to be more flexible to close the deal.
What You Need To Know About Concessions Some Highlights
Read More“Not all renovations are created equal, and focusing on upgrades that offer the highest potential for increasing your home’s value is key.”
Planning To Sell Your House in 2025? Start Prepping Now If your goal is to sell your house in 2025, now’s the time to start prepping. Even though it might seem like…
Read Moreis that really where the market is headed?
Are We Heading into a Balanced Market? If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market over the past couple of years, you know sellers have had the upper hand. But…
Read MoreYour natural garden pest control guide
Some of the best garden pest control solutions can be found in the garden itself. There are many plants with natural pest control properties, and beneficial insects to keep away…
Read MoreYour guide to new house planning
If you’re building a new house, planning begins long before you break ground. There are many steps involved, each with the potential for either hindering or enhancing your experience and…
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