Sellers: You’ll Likely Get Multiple Strong Offers This Season
Are you thinking about selling your house right now, but you’re not sure you’ll have the time to do so as the holidays draw near? If so, consider this: even as the holiday season approaches, there are plenty of buyers out there, and they really want your house. Here’s why selling this winter is a.. read more →
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4 Things Every Renter Needs To Consider
As a renter, you’re constantly faced with the same dilemma: keep renting for another year or purchase a home? Your answer depends on your current situation and future plans, but there are a number of benefits to homeownership every renter needs to consider. Here are a few things you should think about before you settle.. read more →
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Should I Update My House Before I Sell It? [INFOGRAPHIC]
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Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide. If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be worth it… read more →
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VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams
The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. As the Veterans Administration says of the program: “The objective of the VA Home Loan Guaranty program is to help eligible Veterans, active-duty personnel, surviving spouses, and members of.. read more →
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What’s Happening with Home Prices?
Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions. How much have home values appreciated over the last 12 months? According.. read more →
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How Sellers Win When Housing Inventory Is Low
In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1. Higher Prices With so many more.. read more →
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Two Graphs That Show Why You Shouldn’t Be Upset About 3% Mortgage Rates
With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today. And since experts project rates will rise further in the coming months, that conversation isn’t going away any time soon. But as a homebuyer, what do rates.. read more →
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Numbers Don’t Lie – It’s Still a Great Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
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Some Highlights Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says. Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home is selling fast.. read more →
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Home Care Tips For October
You can keep your home in top shape with simple tasks throughout the year. This month, be sure to: Replace or clean your furnace filter. Clean filters for kitchen exhaust fans. Drain outside faucets and winterize your sprinkler system. Check your driveway for cracks. Fill cracks and reseal as needed. Cover your air conditioner and/or.. read more →
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Home Care Tips For July
You can keep your home in top shape with simple tasks throughout the year. This month, be sure to: Trim back shrubbery around walls. Trim tree limbs away from roof. Remove any yard waste or debris as needed. Keep branches or other clippings around can attract insects. Check your siding for damage, warping, or rot… read more →
