Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes! And if you look at the current number of homes for sale, you’ll see two reasons why. An article from Calculated Risk shows there are 15.6% more homes for sale now compared to the same week last year. That tells …
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Even though home prices are going up nationally, some people are still worried they might come down. In fact, a recent survey from Fannie Mae found that 24% of people think home prices will actually decline over the next 12 months. That means almost one out of every four people are dealing with that fear, and you might be, …
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The 2024 colors of the year are here, and we’re already swooning for the stunning shades. Earthy, nature-inspired tones will be especially big, according to the color experts that release their predictions each fall. This year’s trend forecast features earth tones like terra-cotta and moody forestcore-inspired picks that include a rich deep green. Bay Blue by Minwax Whether you’re …
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Fraudulent real estate sales are on the rise! The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center warns that losses from real estate and rental scams are steadily increasing, reaching more than $396 million last year. Victor Petrescu, an attorney with Levine Kellogg Lehman Schneider + Grossman LLP in Miami who represents victims of real estate scams, says …
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Reaching retirement is a significant milestone in life, bringing with it a lot of change and new opportunities. As the door to this exciting chapter opens, one thing you may be considering is selling your house and finding a home better suited for your evolving needs. Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move …
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What Is a Home Inspection? “A home inspection is an examination of the condition and safety of a piece of real estate, often conducted when the home is being sold. A qualified home inspector will assess the heating and cooling system, water and sewage systems, other plumbing, and electrical work, and look for any potential …
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The spring season appears to be warming up in housing as more and more buyers enter the market. And after rising mortgage rates sidelined so many buyers last year, that’s a good sign for sellers! Realtor.com has the latest: “Spring is officially here, and like green shoots emerging from the bleak winter, new data suggests that more buyers are back in the …
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Demand for outdoor features has boomed since the pandemic with many homeowners turning their attention to enhancing their outdoor space. And we’re finding out these projects stand to earn the most at resale, according to a new survey from the National Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Ninety-two percent of REALTORS® …
1. They’re Experts on Market Trends With today’s housing market defined by change, it’s critical to work with someone who knows the latest information and how it impacts your goals! An expert real estate advisor knows about national trends and your local area too. More importantly, they’ll give insight to what all of this means for you, …
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Are we going to experience 2008 all over again? Certainly not. In fact, Lawrence Yun, the chief economist for NAR, said, “Home sales continue to amaze, and there are plenty of buyers in the pipeline ready to enter the market…Further gains in sales are likely for the remainder of the year, with mortgage rates hovering …
