Relocating brings both excitement and important choices, especially when it comes to housing. Deciding whether to buy a home before or after moving can significantly affect your finances, stress levels, and how quickly you settle into your new environment. Whether you are making a local move or relocating across states, ...
Continue ReadingThe housing market is going through a transition. Higher mortgage rates are causing more moderate buyer activity at the same time the supply of homes for sale is growing. And if you aren’t working with an agent, you may not realize that. Here’s the downside. If you’re not informed, you can’t adjust your strategy or ...
Continue ReadingToday’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home prices are heading for a correction, but what do the facts say? Well, it helps to start by looking at what a correction means. Here’s what Danielle Hale, ...
Continue ReadingEven if you didn’t own a home at the time, you probably remember the housing crisis in 2008. That crash impacted the lives of countless people, and many now live with the worry that something like that could happen again. But rest easy, because things are different than they were ...
Continue ReadingRelocating to a new city can be both an exciting adventure and a daunting challenge, especially when the destination is as vibrant and diverse as Boston. Known for its rich history, prestigious educational institutions, and cultural wealth, Boston offers a unique living experience that blends the charm of historic New ...
Continue ReadingIt’s getting tougher and tougher to sell your property at a good price. By: Lisa Roberts The real estate market is more competitive than ever, and it’s only going to get tougher to sell your property. So, it is no wonder people are scrambling to find any way to make ...
Continue ReadingIn today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to think about how homeownership can propel you toward a stronger future. Here’s a dive ...
Continue ReadingBy the end of last year, many homeowners found themselves with more equity than they realized, and at the same time their wages were increasing. When those two factors unite, it can spark homeowners to think about making a move to a larger or more expensive home in the luxury ...
Continue ReadingIf you’re following what’s happening in the housing market right now, you know that many people believe the winter months aren’t a good time to sell a home. As realtor.com Senior Economist George Ratiu recently noted, “Sellers tend to be more reluctant to list during the colder time of year when the market typically ...
Continue ReadingThis will be an interesting year for residential real estate. With a presidential election taking place this fall and talk of a possible recession occurring before the end of the year, predicting what will happen in the 2020 U.S. housing market can be challenging. As a result, taking a look ...
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