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2023 Home Prices Forecast
Wondering what home prices will look like in 2023? Well, they’re expected to fall. On average, home prices will decrease by 7% this year. This is due to a decrease in buyer demand due to rising interest rates and inflation. Because the demand has gone down, home prices have responded by falling. But take this... Read More
Question & Answer
Let’s talk strategy. With all the changes in the market, it’s easy to get caught up in the intricacies of real estate strategy. But here is a bit of a wake-up call for you: The best strategy is not trying to time the market. Why? Because it’s nearly impossible! The market is only clear in... Read More
How To Transform Your Décor From Christmas to Winter
When it’s time to pack up the Christmas decor and redecorate your home, here are some easy tips to keep the winter theme alive. #1: Keep it simple. Reduce the number of items you keep out on tabletops and flat surfaces. #2: Wash sofa cushions, linens, blankets, and pillow covers. Replace with whites and neutrals.... Read More
What Can Buyers Get In 2023?
It’s 2023: a new and excellent year to be a home buyer! If you were one of the many buyers who had a hard time buying in 2020-2022 or just heard the horror stories, things have changed! Gone are the days of getting outbid in seconds or waiving your inspection in hopes of getting selected... Read More
Market Forecast for 2023
In 2022 we saw major shifts in the market. Home Prices: Some experts think home prices will drop next year, though the forecasted decline is higher in the new home market. Moody’s Analytics expects house prices to drop by 10 percent next year due to rising housing costs and mortgage rates. Mortgage Rates: Although there... Read More
The Median Down Payment By Age Group
Real estate myth: you must put 20% down on a house. This myth is so wrong–in fact, most people don’t put 20% down until they’re in their late 50s! Many buyers put down much less than 20% when they buy their homes. That goes for young buyers in their 20s to buyers in their 40s.... Read More
Home Renovation: Project with Max ROI
Do you ever come home to your perfectly nice house and just have the urge to redesign all the things? Sometimes I think about __________ or __________ (redoing our kitchen/finally putting a spa tub in the master bathtub/finishing the basement). If you have the urge to make some changes to your home this year, it’s... Read More
5 Steps to Buying a Home That Won’t Bust Your Budget
In this market, becoming a homeowner can seem out of reach. Many properties are expensive, and interest rates keep going up. But with these steps, you can create a budget to help you find the right home! Step 1: Add Up Your Income. Make sure to capture ALL income sources, not just the income from... Read More
What Buyers Wanted Vs. What Buyers Get
Were you trying to buy a home last year but giving up because the market was too tough? Then pay very close attention to this blog! Prices are softening, and there isn’t nearly as much competition. That translates to more opportunities to negotiate and the chance to get offers with conditions accepted. This is a... Read More
This is Your Sign!
This might be your sign! If now is the right time for you to buy, then you should commit to it. Because if you’re focused on interest rates, you should know that they’re not the problem–they’re an excuse. More than that, if you’re renting because of interest rates, you’re doing yourself a disservice. You’re already... Read More