Category: Housing Market Updates

The Main Key To Understanding the Rise in Mortgage Rates
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers | October 5, 2021
The Main Key To Understanding the Rise in Mortgage Rates

Every Thursday, Freddie Mac releases the results of their Primary Mortgage Market Survey which reveals the most recent movement in the 30-year fixed mortgage rate. Last week, the rate was announced as 3.01%. It was the first time in three months that the mortgage rate surpassed 3%. In a press release accompanying the survey, Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie…

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing | September 30, 2021
As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), it’s clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionally and financially. In addition to long-term stability, buying a home is one of the best ways to increase your net worth. This boost to your wealth…

Early October is the Sweet Spot for Buyers
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers | September 28, 2021
Early October is the Sweet Spot for Buyers

Are you looking to buy a home? If so, we’ve got good news for you. While there’s no denying the housing market is having a great year, many of the headlines are focused on the perks for sellers. But what about buyers today? As a buyer, you’re likely braving bidding wars and weighing low mortgage rates versus price appreciation as…

If You’re a Buyer, Is Offering Asking Price Enough?
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers | September 27, 2021
If You’re a Buyer, Is Offering Asking Price Enough?

In today’s real estate market, buyers shouldn’t shop for a home with the expectation they’ll be able to negotiate a lower sales price. In a typical housing market, buyers try to determine how much less than the asking price they can offer and still get the home. From there, the buyer and seller typically negotiate and agree on a revised…

It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing | September 24, 2021
It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights Due to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen. Sellers can benefit from more offers to pick from, higher home values, and a faster sales process. That might be why 73% of people believe it’s a good time to sell. Sellers, don’t miss out on this unique opportunity. Let’s connect…