Archive: August 2021

What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean?
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Selling Myths | August 17, 2021
What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean?

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. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good for people who want to list their house? It starts with the number of houses available for sale. The latest Existing Home Sales Report from the…

A Look at Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for Sellers
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing | August 16, 2021
A Look at Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for Sellers

When you hear the phrase home price appreciation, what does it mean to you? Through context clues alone, chances are you know it has to do with rising home prices. And as a seller, you know rising home prices are good news for your potential sale. But let’s look past the dollar signs and dive deeper into the concept. To…

Sellers Are in a Sweet Spot [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing | August 13, 2021
Sellers Are in a Sweet Spot [INFOGRAPHIC]

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…

The Best Use of Time (and Money) When It Comes to Renovations
For Sellers, Pricing, Selling Myths | August 12, 2021
The Best Use of Time (and Money) When It Comes to Renovations

In the current sellers’ market, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be remodeled before they list their house. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can help you think through today’s market conditions and how they impact what you should – and shouldn’t – renovate before selling. Here are some considerations a professional will guide…

Are Houses Less Affordable Than They Were in Past Decades?
Buying Myths, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Pricing | August 11, 2021
Are Houses Less Affordable Than They Were in Past Decades?

There are many headlines about how housing affordability is declining. The headlines are correct: it’s less affordable to purchase a home today than it was a year ago. However, it’s important to give this trend context. Is it less expensive to buy a house today than it was in 2005? What about 1995? What happens if we go all the…