Buying a new construction home can be an exciting experience. From being the very first owner, to customizing your home's features, there are a lot of benefits. But navigating the complexities of buying a home under construction can also be a bit overwhelming. This is where a skilled real estate agent can make all the difference. An article from The Mortgage Reports sums it up like this: "Your...
Are you planning to sell your house? If so, you may be surprised to hear how much buyers value energy efficiency and eco-friendly features today. This is especially true as summer officially kicks off. The 2023 Realtors and Sustainability Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 48% of agents or brokers have noticed consumers are interested in sustainability. So, if you're...
We're still in a sellers' market. And if you're looking to buy a home, you're likely facing some unique challenges, like difficulty finding a home and volatile mortgage rates. But keep in mind; there are some benefits to being a buyer in today's market that give you good reason to stick with your search. Here are a few of them. Long-Term Benefits Outweigh Short-Term Challenges Owning a home grows your...
Purchasing a house is a substantial economic matter and a most important judgment in life. For this reason, it is approximated that close to 70-90 percent of homebuyers prefer realtor agents to have a smooth and hassle-free home-buying process. The realtor agents ease the home buying process to assist buyers in passing through the convoluted process of identifying and purchasing a house. Especially for the...
If you’re considering selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast approaching. Spring is typically the best time to list your home for sale — at least in the years before the pandemic-fueled housing boom. It’s when buyers come out of winter hibernation and hit the market in droves. Experts at realtor.com looked at seasonal trends from recent...
A lot has changed over the past year, and you might wonder what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you plan to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts say you should remember. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling Houses updated and priced at their current market value are still selling. Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist at Zillow, says: “. . . sellers who...