Archive: May 2021

Your House Could Be the Oasis in an Inventory Desert
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers | May 14, 2021
Your House Could Be the Oasis in an Inventory Desert

Homebuyers are flooding the housing market right now to take advantage of record-low mortgage rates. Many have a sense of urgency to find a home soon since experts forecast a steady rise in both rates and home prices this year and next. As a result, buyer demand greatly outweighs the current housing supply. Here’s how the shortage of houses for…

When It Comes To Selling a House, Your Time Is Money [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, FSBOs, Infographics, Selling Myths | May 14, 2021
When It Comes To Selling a House, Your Time Is Money [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights Selling a house is no small task. If you decide to try to do it on your own, keep in mind you’ll be responsible for all the expert-level work of a real estate professional. The vital tasks an agent manages for you include listing and marketing your house, handling legal documentation, negotiating with all parties, and navigating local…

It’s Not Too Late To Apply For Forbearance
Distressed Properties, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths | May 12, 2021
It’s Not Too Late To Apply For Forbearance

Over the past year, the pandemic made it challenging for some homeowners to make their mortgage payments. Thankfully, the government initiated a forbearance program to provide much-needed support. Unless they’re extended once again, some of these plans and the corresponding mortgage payment deferral options will expire soon. That said, there’s still time to request assistance. If your loan is backed…

Experts Say Home Prices Will Continue to Appreciate
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing | May 11, 2021
Experts Say Home Prices Will Continue to Appreciate

It’s clear that consumers are concerned about how quickly home values are rising. Many people fear the speed of appreciation may lead to a crash in prices later this year. In fact, Google reports that the search for “When is the housing market going to crash?” has actually spiked 2450% over the past month. In addition, Jim Dalrymple II of…

3 Graphs Showing Why You Should Sell Your House Now
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Selling Myths | May 10, 2021
3 Graphs Showing Why You Should Sell Your House Now

There’s no doubt that 2021 is the year of the seller when it comes to the housing market. If you’re a homeowner thinking of moving to better suit your changing needs, now is the perfect time to do so. Low mortgage rates are in your favor when you’re ready to purchase your dream home, and high buyer demand may give…