Buyers Market Updates

Higher Home Prices and Mortgage Rates Made It Difficult for Home Buyers to Qualify in May 2023

At the national level, housing affordability declined in May compared to the previous month, according to NAR's Housing Affordability Index....
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Buyers Sellers

Yard Trends: Outdoor Spaces That Inspire Play

Curb appeal is important, but more homeowners want a yard that is useful and fun, inspiring movement and play. Outdoor...
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Market Updates

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates Update for both April 20th & April 27th. Two weeks in review.

APRIL 20, 2023 After declining for 5 consecutive weeks, mortgage rates rose this week as there is some calming in...
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Market Updates

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, March 2, 2023

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, March 2, 2023 Becoming a homeowner is a big commitment and investment that can lead to...
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Buyers

How to Prepare for House Hunting

There are so many things to consider as you prepare to start your home buying process. Here are a few...
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Buyers

How to Prepare to Buy a Home

You've decided that you're finally ready to take that next step in the home buying process. Here are a few...
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Home Financing Checklist

The financing portion of the home buying process can be overwhelming if you aren't prepared. Here are a few general...
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Sellers

Do This Before Listing Your Home

Here are a few items to take care of before listing your home. This can make the sale process quicker...
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Sellers

Increase Your Chances of an Offer

Placing your home on the market can be stressful. Here are a few things you can do to increase your...
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Sellers

Home Appraisal Process 101

Once you are under contract, the buyer’s lender will send out an appraiser to make sure the purchase price is...
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Sellers

Should You Sell Your Home?

There's a lot to consider when selling your home. These questions will help you decide whether you’re ready for a...
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7 Reasons to Own a Home

Becoming a homeowner is a big commitment and investment that can lead to major benefits in the long term. Here...
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Buyers Market Updates

Higher Home Prices and Mortgage Rates Made It Difficult for Home Buyers to Qualify in May 2023

At the national level, housing affordability declined in May compared to the previous month, according to NAR's Housing Affordability Index. Compared to the prior month, the monthly mortgage payment increased...
Read More
Buyers Sellers

Yard Trends: Outdoor Spaces That Inspire Play

Curb appeal is important, but more homeowners want a yard that is useful and fun, inspiring movement and play. Outdoor improvements like patios, pools and flower gardens have long been...
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Market Updates

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates Update for both April 20th & April 27th. Two weeks in review.

APRIL 20, 2023 After declining for 5 consecutive weeks, mortgage rates rose this week as there is some calming in the banking sector. According to Freddie Mac, the average rate...
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Market Updates

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, March 2, 2023

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, March 2, 2023 Becoming a homeowner is a big commitment and investment that can lead to major benefits in the long term. Here is some information...
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Buyers

How to Prepare for House Hunting

There are so many things to consider as you prepare to start your home buying process. Here are a few things to keep in mind ahead of meeting with your...
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Buyers

How to Prepare to Buy a Home

You've decided that you're finally ready to take that next step in the home buying process. Here are a few things you should do that will make the process that...
Read More
Buyers

Home Financing Checklist

The financing portion of the home buying process can be overwhelming if you aren't prepared. Here are a few general best practices to prepare to finance a home. Ultimately, everyone's...
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Sellers

Do This Before Listing Your Home

Here are a few items to take care of before listing your home. This can make the sale process quicker and easier in the long run. Need help with some...
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Sellers

Increase Your Chances of an Offer

Placing your home on the market can be stressful. Here are a few things you can do to increase your chances of receiving an offer on your home. Feel free...
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Sellers

Home Appraisal Process 101

Once you are under contract, the buyer’s lender will send out an appraiser to make sure the purchase price is in line with the property’s value. Here's what you need...
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Sellers

Should You Sell Your Home?

There's a lot to consider when selling your home. These questions will help you decide whether you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location. If...
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Buyers

7 Reasons to Own a Home

Becoming a homeowner is a big commitment and investment that can lead to major benefits in the long term. Here are seven key reasons why you should own a home....
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