Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.
There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter what your motivations are, before you list your current house, you need to consider where will you go if you sell. In today’s market, it makes sense to explore all your options. That includes both homes that have been lived in before […]
Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring
Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that isn’t always the case when you factor in the competition you could face with other buyers at that time of year. If you’re ready to […]
Should You Rent Your House or Sell It?
If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. According to a Harris Poll survey, 28% of homeowners […]
Have Home Values Hit Bottom?
Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers. News stories are talking about home prices falling, and that’s raising concerns about a repeat of what happened to prices in the crash in 2008. One of the questions that’s on many minds, based on […]
What Homeowners Want To Know About Selling in Today’s Market
If you’re thinking about selling your house, you’re likely hearing about the cooling housing market and wondering what that means for you. While it’s not the peak intensity we saw during the pandemic, we’re still in a sellers’ market. That means you haven’t missed your window. Realtor.com explains: “. . . while prospective home sellers may lament […]
Key Advantages of Buying a Home Today
There’s no doubt buying a home today is different than it was over the past couple of years, and the shift in the market has led to advantages for buyers today. Right now, there are specific reasons that make this housing market attractive for those who’ve thought about buying but have sidelined their search due to rising […]
3 Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Housing Bubble Like 2008
With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking this is a housing bubble. It’s only natural for those thoughts to creep in that make you think it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. But the good news is, there’s concrete data […]
Perspective Matters When Selling Your House Today
Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning whether or not selling your house today makes sense? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional like myself can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s still a sellers’ market even during the cooldown. […]
What to Expect from Your Home Inspection
When you’re buying a home, there are a lot of steps to complete throughout the process. One of the most critical is the home inspection. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase so you can avoid costly surprises down the road. According to NAR, a home inspection helps a buyer make a more […]
Why a Real Estate Professional Is Key When Selling Your House
With today’s real estate market moving as fast as it is, working with a real estate professional is more essential than ever. They have the skills, experience, and expertise it takes to navigate the highly detailed and involved process of selling a home. That may be why the percentage of people who list their houses […]