There is a wealth of information out there about the Real Estate Market, Buying and Selling Homes, Interest Rates and more. But, if you're like me, too much information and I become completely overwhelmed, shut down and then have no idea where to start! The good news for you is, there are Real Estate Professionals out there like me, who can help guide you through all of the confusion and provide you a clearer path towards your Real Estate Goals!
Buying your first home can be very stressful and many buyers don’t know where to start. One of THE most important things you should focus on is making sure you are financially prepared to purchase a home. Read on to find out what steps you can take to ensure success along the way!
If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a big boost over the past few years thanks to rapidly rising home prices. Here’s how it happened and what it means for you, even as the market moderates.
Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan.
As 2022 comes to a close many of you are probably wondering where the Housing Market is headed for 2023. Read further to find out what the experts are saying.
Rates are starting to drop ever so slightly and although it may not seem like a lot, even a small percentage can have a big impact on your purchasing power! If you were among the many buyers that had to drop out of the race this year, now may be a good time to have a conversation with your Mortgage Lender and see where you stand.
If you are still on the fence about buying a home versus continuing to rent, this article may help you gain some perspective in favor of buying. Clearly this past year has been tough for first time homebuyers, with multiple offer situations, over bidding and interest rates climbing, many of you are probably thinking buying a home now just isn't worth it. However, studies are now showing that there is a huge wealth gap between renters and homeowners (in favor of homeowners) over time. Read further to find out why:
With 2023 just around the corner, you may be wondering if now is a good time to sell your home? The answer is "yes"! Read on to find out why:
Selling your home can be stressful! So can the Holidays. Imagine doing both? Here are 5 great reasons why you SHOULD consider selling your home this holiday season!
Having previously worked as a Mortgage Underwriter from the early 2000's until I became a Real Estate Agent in 2017, I saw a huge shift in Mortgage Underwriting guidelines. In the early 2000's it seemed like anyone could get a loan due to much less stringent Guidelines than we have today. So much has changed since then and thus one of the many reasons why experts feel we will not see a crash similar to the one in 2008.
Use this handy checklist to help you prioritize what needs to be done to successfully prepare your home for the winter market. If you are overwhelmed and need to hire someone, that's ok! Contact me for recommendations to local cleaning services, handyman services and more!
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