Monthly Archives: June 2024
Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables
Mortgage rates are impacted by a lot of factors, and trying to pin down when all those factors will line up enough for rates to come down is tricky. That’s why it’s generally not worth it to try to time the market. There’s too much at play that you can’t control. The best thing you can do is control the controllables. Read More
The Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal
When you decide to buy your first home, you may come across a number of terms and conditions you’re not familiar with. While you may have a general idea of what an inspection is, maybe you’re not sure why you need one or how it’s different from an appraisal. To keep it simple, here’s an explainer of each one and what they mean for you as a homebuyer. Read More
Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the 2nd Half of 2024
As we move into the second half of 2024, here is what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales. Read More
What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs
There’s no denying it’s gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today’s mortgage rates and home price appreciation. And that may be one of the big reasons you’re eager to look into grants and assistance programs to see if there’s anything you qualify for that can help. But unfortunately, many homebuyers feel like they don’t know where to start. Read More
Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up
You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three homes on the market are newly built. And if you’re wondering what that means for the housing market and for your own move, here’s what you need to know. Read More
Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?
Historically, Presidential elections have only had a small, temporary impact on the housing market. Here’s the latest on exactly what’s happened to home sales, prices, and mortgage rates throughout those time periods. Read More
Making the Leap from Renting to Owning
or many people, one of the best representations of the American dream is owning your own home. But whether you picture a large suburban haven or a modest starter home, the path to homeownership can initially seem intimidating. If you’re looking to make the switch from renting to owning, here the top questions to ask yourself to help ensure that you’re emotionally, mentally, and financially prepared for each step of the way. Read More
Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference
If you’re considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the extra stress. Here are just a few of the ways an agent makes those tasks a whole lot easier. Read More
What To Expect if You Buy or Sell a Home This June
June is a busy month in the housing market because a lot of people buy and sell this time of year. So, if you’ve got a move on your mind and you’re looking to make it happen this month, here’s a snapshot of what you need to know to make sure you’re ready. Read More