Real Estate Facts 2022
Last time, we highlighted 5 Real Estate Myths for Home Sellers in the current housing market. This week, we want to turn the tables and focus on some of the common myths and misconceptions facing today’s home buyers. It’s no secret that buyer demand has been high and there is a lot of competition for […]
5 Real Estate Myths for Home Sellers—Fact or Fiction?
There are many real estate myths out there, especially in today’s seller’s market. Both home buyers and home sellers are making certain assumptions that could be costing them time and/or money. Some of these misconceptions might even be preventing someone from making any type of move in this market. Today, we want to focus on […]
Where Are People Moving According to the U.S. Census?
The 2021 U.S. Census data was recently released and there are some interesting trends to review. As real estate professionals, we are most curious about where people have been moving in the past few years. One trend has been clear since the beginning of the pandemic: people are moving away from the big cities and […]
Is it a Good Time for Building a New Home?
The idea of building a new home is very appealing. If you are able to find the right property, you can design and build the house of your dreams from the ground up. In some markets, it can be done cheaper than buying an existing home. In others, it may cost you more. It all […]
Home Sellers: 6 Tips for Better Curb Appeal
If you are getting your home ready to sell during the spring or summer market, there are many things you can do to prepare. One important project to focus on is improving your house’s overall “curb appeal.” How does it look from the outside? Will it look good in pictures and videos? Will is be […]
Making Changes to a New Home—Where to Start
Buying a new home is a very exciting experience. It’s a chance to start fresh and create new memories in a special place. Many home buyers are purchasing properties with the intention of making some changes. Whether it’s major renovations, minor remodeling or necessary home improvements, it can be difficult to know where to start. […]
Which State is the Best Retirement Destination?
Retirement may be many years away for some of you. For others, it is just around the corner. We can’t tell you when to retire or how to save money for retirement. However, where to retire is a question we do get asked from our real estate clients from time to time. Where Do You […]
The Real Estate Profession in Transition
Being a Realtor® right now is not as easy as many people think. Consumers hear all the talk about the “hot seller’s market” we’ve been in and assume it’s a gravy train for real estate agents. It’s not necessarily as simple as that. Low Inventory = More Competition The reason for the seller’s market is […]
Moving? Here Are 10 Tips to Prepare for Your Move.
Are you planning to make move in the near future? Are you already in the process of selling your house and/or purchasing your new home? If you have a big move ahead of you, it’s smart to start planning as soon as possible. Here are some moving tips to consider: 1. Don’t Wait It’s easy […]
From Offer to Closing: What to Expect When Buying a Home
In addition to being financially prepared for the home buying process, you should also be mentally prepared. It helps to understand the real estate process. In this article, we will walk you through the standard steps of buying a home, from the initial purchase offer to the final closing stage when you finally get the […]