There’s no doubt 2020 has been a challenging year. A global pandemic coupled with an economic recession has caused heartache for many. However, it has also prompted more Americans to reconsider the meaning of “home.” This quest for a place better equipped to fulfill our needs, along with record-low mortgage rates, has skyrocketed the demand for home purchases. This increase in demand, on top of the severe shortage of homes for sale, has also caused more bidding wars and thus has hom... read more

In today’s real estate market, the buzz is all about how it’s a great time to sell your house. Buyer demand is high, and there simply aren’t enough homes available to buy to meet that growing need. This means now is the time to make a move so you can close the deal on your ideal terms. Even in today’s strong sellers’ market, there are homeowners who are choosing not to sell due to ongoing concerns around the health crisis, financial uncertainty, and life in general. According to&n... read more

Homeownership is on the goal list for many young adults, but sometimes it’s hard to know exactly how to get there. From understanding the home buying process to pre-approval and down payment assistance options, uncertainty along the way can ultimately hold some buyers back. Today, there are over 75 million Millennials and 67 million Gen Z’ers in the U.S., making up a significant number of both current and soon-to-be homebuyers. According to a recent Fannie Mae survey of more than 2,0... read more

When it comes to the value of your home, several factors come into play. Location is key, as well as condition. Unless you have a magic wand, you probably can’t do anything about your home’s location. But condition is something you can change. There are other things that will likely make the listing process and sale of your home go more smoothly. On the flip side of that, there are things you can do that might make things more difficult for you.   Why make things harder than they have to be? Check ... read more

A question that almost always comes up during real estate discussions is: “When is the best time to sell, or buy a home.” Opinions vary because every transaction has a different set of priorities based on the needs and resources of each buyer or seller; however, there are patterns that shed some light on the question that go beyond often quoted common knowledge. The topic is currently in vogue because some economists are pointing out that fall is the best time buy or sell.  Here’s how the s... read more