Market Insights

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, which means some shoppers have wrapped up their holiday buying.

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Are you thinking about selling your house right now, but you’re not sure you’ll have the time to do so as the holidays draw near?

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The past year and a half brought about significant life changes for many of us.

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Like most industries, residential real estate has a seasonality to it.

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Your equity is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals as a homeowner.

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Some Highlights

• Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says.
• Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home is selling fast and receiving several offers. Listing now puts your house in the spotlight, meaning it could sell quickly – and for more than you’d expect.
• Feeling motivated? If you’re ready to sell and capitalize on today’s market, partner with a local real estate professional.

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With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today.

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In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand.

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Many people have questions about home prices right now.

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The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation.

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Sellers have a great opportunity this season as buyer demand still heavily outweighs the current supply of homes for sale.

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If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices.

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While today’s supply of homes for sale is still low, the number of newly built homes is increasing.

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It’s impossible to research the subject of buying a home without coming across a headline declaring that the fall in home affordability is a crisis.

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Some Highlights

• If you’re a homeowner, today’s rising equity is great news. On average, homeowners have gained $51,500 in equity since this time last year.
• Whether it’s funding an education, fueling your next move, or starting a business, your home equity is a great tool you can use to power your dreams.
• Ready to sell? Reach out to a local real estate professional to talk about how you can take advantage of your rising equity to reach your goals.

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The financial benefits of buying a home versus renting one are always up for debate.

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Some Highlights

• Today’s strong sellers’ market is the direct result of high demand and low supply.
• Low mortgage rates and generational trends have created an increased demand for homes. Meanwhile, the slower pace of new home construction and homeowners staying in their homes longer have both led to today’s low supply.
• If you’re thinking of selling, work with a trusted agent to understand your local area and how you can take advantage of today’s housing market.

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A recent survey from LendingTree.com found there are multiple reasons why Americans would choose to purchase a home instead of renting.

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Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books.

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The last 18 months changed what many buyers are looking for in a home.

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Some Highlights

• In today’s sellers’ market, you’re set up to win big when you list your house.
• That’s because homes are selling fast, receiving 4.4 offers on average and often selling above the asking price. Then, when you buy your next home, you’ll also win by addressing your changing needs and taking advantage of near historic-low mortgage rates.
• If you’re ready to make a move, connect with a real estate advisor to capitalize on today’s market and find your next dream home.

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When you hear the phrase home price appreciation, what does it mean to you?

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Whether or not you’ve been following the real estate industry lately, there’s a good chance you’ve heard we’re in a serious sellers’ market.

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One of the major questions real estate experts are asking today is whether prospective homebuyers still believe purchasing a home makes sense.

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The question of whether the real estate market is a bubble ready to pop seems to be dominating a lot of conversations – and everyone has an opinion.

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If you’re thinking of buying a home, there really is no time like the present.

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Home prices have increased significantly over the last year, which in turn has grown the net worth of homeowners.

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For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating.

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Our homes are so much more than the houses we live in.

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This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons.

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Are you clamoring for extra rooms or a more functional floorplan in your house?

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Some Highlights

• June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home.
• If you’re thinking of buying a home, it might just help you find the stability, community, and comfort you’ve been searching for over the past year.
• Reach out to a local real estate professional today to determine if homeownership is the right next step for you.

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When stay-at-home mandates were enforced last year, many households realized their homes didn’t really fulfill their new lifestyle needs.

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Some Highlights

• If you’re thinking that waiting a year or two to purchase a home might mean you’ll save some money, think again.
• Mortgage interest rates are currently very low, but experts across the board are forecasting increases in both home prices and interest rates.
• 8Buying a home now means you’ll spend less in the long run. Contact a local real estate professional to put your plans in motion before home prices and mortgage rates climb even higher.

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Homeownership is a foundational part of the American Dream.

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The housing market keeps sailing along.

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So far this year, mortgage rates continue to hover around 3%, encouraging many hopeful homebuyers to enter the housing market.

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Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home.

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Today, some are afraid the real estate market is starting to look a lot like it did in 2006, just prior to the housing crash.

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If you’re planning to buy a home this year, saving for a down payment is one of the most important steps in the process.

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In a sellers’ market, some homeowners might be tempted to try to sell their house on their own (known as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO) instead of working with a trusted real estate professional.

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Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released a very encouraging jobs report.

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