Home Service Professionals
Its no secret that ultra-low mortgage rates fueled the home buying frenzy. For nearly 5 years we witnessed a stedy increase in home prices, well above the normalized rate of ~4%. But what was really behind the steep climb…? Factors Affecting Rapid Home Price Increases 2018-2022: Historically Low Fixed Interest Rates – hovering under 4% […]
Tax Deductions for Homeowners: 8 Breaks You Get for Owning Your Own Home By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy, Realtor.com January 2025 Tax season: Everyone’s favorite time of year has just begun. This year, the Internal Revenue Service opened the tax filing season on Jan. 27. The deadline for filing (without an extension) is April 15. For homeowners, there is an […]
If you’re ready to sell your home, you should feel empowered to find and work with the agent who is the best fit for your needs. Here are ten questions you should consider when selecting an agent: 1. Are you a Licensed Real Estate Agent? State law requires that anyone representing a home buyer or […]
Once you decide to sell your home, you might have questions about how to prepare it for listing and viewing by potential buyers. An agent who is a REALTOR® can guide you through this process. Here are some common considerations as you prepare your home to sell: How do I find the right agent to […]
National Association of Realtors economists weigh in on home sales and mortgage rates—and how the election results, the economy and changing buyer demographics could impact your real estate business in the year ahead. The last two years have been tough for many people who work in home sales or who were in the market to […]
Examining the Rise of the Instant Cash Offer Instant cash home buyers, also known as iBuyers, are popping up everywhere around the country. They are especially prevalent in the larger metro markets where there exist a larger number of potential targets with greater neighbor home types and a broad span of home prices. This gives […]
Why Staging Matters, Even in a Seller’s Market Homes may be selling faster, but the right style can help earn the highest ROI. September 27, 2021 | By: Patti Stern Many homes are going under contract the first weekend they’re listed—and sometimes without any preparation for the market. Still, real estate professionals can’t promise sellers their […]
Low mortgage rates fueled housing price increases, and now home affordability remains a challenge with with the higher priced homes at our increased interest rates. Demand still remains high, and defaults remain low. Here are some data points for your review from CoreLogic. Key notes to consider: Mortgage payments are on time with delinquencies & […]
Becoming a Home Owner may be easier than you think… Today, there are many options for renters to become home owners. Whether your first home or getting back into the markt to become a home owner there is likely a program for you. So, the most important step you can take is to contact a […]