Archive for October, 2021

Does todays real estate market scare you?

Friday, October 29th, 2021

  We have heard the fears from both buyers and sellers. Check out Scott’s new video about 4 misconceptions that about todays market.

Important Distinction: Homes Are Less Affordable, Not Unaffordable

Monday, October 25th, 2021

It’s impossible to research the subject of buying a home without coming across a headline declaring that the fall in home affordability is a crisis. However, when we add context to the most recent affordability statistics, we soon realize that, though homes are less affordable than they have been over the last few years, they are more affordable than […]

What Does the Future Hold for Home Prices?

Thursday, October 21st, 2021

If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices. And while this increase in home values is great news for sellers, you may be wondering what the future holds. Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them to fall? To answer that […]

Don’t Wait for a Lower Mortgage Rate – It Could Cost You

Monday, October 18th, 2021

Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortgage rates in history. And while those rates seemed to bottom out in January of this year, the golden window of opportunity for buyers isn’t over just yet. If you’re one of the buyers who worry they’ve missed out, […]

Experts Agree: Homeownership Provides a Path to Long-Term Wealth

Monday, October 11th, 2021

A recent survey from LendingTree.com found there are multiple reasons why Americans would choose to purchase a home instead of renting. Some of the most popular non-financial reasons given include: The flexibility to make the space your own The pride homeownership offers The sense of stability In the same survey, 41% of respondents say they’d rather own a home than […]

Have you ever thought about buying a vacation property?

Friday, October 8th, 2021

Have you stayed in an Airbnb or other rental property recently? Have you thought about what kind of an investment this growing trend could be for you? Scott gives some insight on investment properties.

Early October is the Sweet Spot for Buyers

Thursday, October 7th, 2021

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 you search for […]

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

Monday, October 4th, 2021

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 comes in […]