Real Estate News

Oct. 16, 2024

The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment

 

Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it’s why as home equity reaches a new …

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Oct. 14, 2024

Why a Condo Could Be Your Perfect First Home

 

If you’re looking to break into homeownership but the price of single-family homes has you second-guessing, you might want to consider a condominium (condo) or townhome. These types of homes often come with a lower barrier to entry – and that can help you start to build equity …

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Oct. 11, 2024

Why Now’s Not the Time To Take Your House Off the Market

 

Has your house been sitting on the market longer than expected? If so, you’re bound to be frustrated by now. Maybe you’re even thinking it’s time to pull the listing and wait to see what 2025 brings. But what you may not realize is, the decision to hold …

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Oct. 10, 2024

Cost of Selling My House

 

If you’re toying with the idea of selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost. To be honest, the final number will depend on several factors like the offer you accept, if you help with your buyer’s closing costs, how many repairs you tackle, and more.

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Oct. 8, 2024

Now is the Time for Buyers to Move UP

Oct. 7, 2024

Now’s the Time To Upgrade to Your Dream Home

 

If you’ve been wanting to sell your house and move up to a bigger or nicer home, you’re not alone. A recent Inman survey reveals the top motivator for today’s homebuyers is the desire for more space or an upgraded home (see graph below):

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Oct. 3, 2024

Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall

Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall




Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion. And as a buyer or seller, it’s easy to assume that means prices are coming down. …

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Oct. 2, 2024

Secrets To Selling Your House Quickly

Seeing your house sit on the market without any bites is the ultimate frustration. And unfortunately, some sellers are in that tricky spot today.

According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the average time a house spends on the market has increased over the past few …

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Sept. 30, 2024

Buying Beats Renting in 22 Major U.S. Cities

 

That’s right—according to a recent study from Zillow, in 22 of the 50 largest metro areas, monthly mortgage payments are now lower than rent payments (see chart below):

No Caption ReceivedAs mortgage rates have eased off their recent peak, home prices have moderated, and inventory has …

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Sept. 27, 2024

Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths

 

When it’s time to buy or sell a home, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who you’ll work with as your agent. That choice will have an impact on your entire experience and how smoothly it goes.

As you figure out who you’ll …

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