Real Estate Blog
The Role of a Buyer’s Agent
Americans can buy almost anything they want on their own with ease. All it takes is a few taps on a keyboard to add to cart. Yet there is still one purchase that’s so important and complex that a buyer should not go it alone: buying a home. In 2023, about 89% of...
7 Tips to Win the Spring Housing Market
Q: What are some tips for first-time homebuyers in this spring’s busy housing market? Spring is the season of new beginnings. That’s appropriate as it’s also the kickoff to the busy housing market. Here’s what first-time buyers need to know to have the best chance of...
Buying a Condo As a Starter Home?
Many young homebuyers grew up with the aspirational idea that their first property would be a starter home. Typically a small two-bedroom, one-bath single-family house, starter homes were a tried and true way for buyers to gain a foothold on the real estate ladder,...
Mortgage Rates Dip to 6.79%
Mortgage rates fell this week as a rush of fresh listings hit the market. The average rate for a 30-year fixed home loan dropped from 6.87% to 6.79% for the week ending March 28, according to Freddie Mac. “Mortgage rates moved slightly lower this week, providing a bit...
Tips To Sell Your Home For Top Dollar
Every year, one week stands out from the rest as that perfect stretch of time when it’s great to be a home seller. This year, the week of April 14–20 is the best time to sell—that is, if sellers want to see lots of interest in their homes, sell quickly, and pocket...
How Mortgage Rates Affect Housing Market
The unpredictable mortgage rate ride continued this week—and landed in a positive place. The average rate for a 30-year fixed home loan ticked down from 6.88% to 6.74% for the week ending March 14, according to Freddie Mac. “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage decreased...