After all this searching you've finally done it! You single-handedly found the perfect home with enough room for the kids, a pool out back, and even those calacatta marble countertops you wanted! However, your [...]
Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from theNational Association of Realtors(NAR) finds that over86%of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream.
Prior to the 1950s, less thanhalf of the countryowned their own home. However, after World War II, many returning veterans used the benefits afforded by
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Like most industries, residential real estate has seasonality to it. For example, toy stores sell more toys in October, November, and December than they do in any other three-month span throughout the year. More cars are sold in the U.S. during the second quarter (April, May, and June) than in any other quarter of the
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Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if youre buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit
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Theres a common misconception that younger generations arent interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this
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The last 18 month have made for very uncertain times, as we had started to witness huge changes in the real estate industry. Buyer wants and needs have shifted tremendously with many individuals spending more time residing in their home. Whether that means needing a home office or a workout area, buyers have started desiring new spaces in [...]
Are you debating between renewing your lease or buying a home? Lets take a deeper look at how rental prices have been affected by the pandemic and what we can expect to see moving forward. Realtor.com has shockingly reported that rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded across the country. We have witnessed rent rates [...]
With homes selling so quickly in this strong sellers market, it is still important to make a good impression on potential buyers. Taking the time upfront to prep your house appropriately can bring in an even larger return on your home. Here are some tips to ensure that you maximize the sale of your home this [...]
Home prices are continuing to rise as we progress into fall, and this is great news for sellers who are looking to maximize their homes potential. The current average appreciation rate is 14.5%, a stark difference from 4% in 2019. Not only will appreciation impact how much equity you have in the property, but it will also influence your [...]
