There’s a school of thought that says that a Presidential election has an effect of the housing market, specifically interest rates. One reason might be that with housing being such an economic driver in our country, in behooves the incumbent to have a great economy to help them get reelected. Or, in the words of […]
What’s your ideal rate?
People are citing rates as the single biggest reason they aren’t buying. But, is that the news talking or do you KNOW what rate you need? Rates are down around 6% today, which seems to be a magic number for many. We’d love to see something in the 5 1/2% area, which would be a […]
‘23 is over! Good thing or bad?
I’m not going to lie, 2023 was a brutal year for Real Estate. Whether it was just perception of an impending “bubble” burst (nope) or the very real effect of a huge jump in interest rates without a corresponding increase in income to keep up with overall inflation, people weren’t listing much. I get it, […]
Rates are up!, No, they’re down!
If you’re like me, you check the rates every day. It’s a habit for us. The housing market has been very reactive to rates the last year or two. That said, checking the rates every day can give you a false sense of real trends. In this business, trends matter, and the current trend is […]
The sky isn’t falling…neither are home prices!
It seems like there are a couple different factors keeping potential buyers on the sidelines right now. High(er) interest rates and potential for falling home prices. Obviously, rates are affecting buying power, but rates are starting to come down and are also being bought down a bit. As far as price, if you are waiting […]
Prepping Your Home for Sale
Follow these tips when preparing your home for sale: Stage each living area to help potential buyers imagine living in that space. Keep all rooms clean, including children rooms. Remove clutter and extra furniture to help the space feel clean and larger.
Top Tips for Buying a Home
Buying a home is an important life decision. Make sure you consider these important tips before you buy: 1. Look at your finances and decide how much you can afford.2. Make sure to physical inspect the home and property for potential fixes and hazards.3. Tour the neighborhood at different hours to get a feel for the […]