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Look Beyond Rates: The Keys to Picking the Right Mortgage Lender
In an environment where mortgage rates are rising, many homebuyers decide that getting the lowest interest rate is the most important factor when choosing a mortgage lender. And while a competitive rate is important and should be considered when shopping for a home loan, focusing solely on the rate and ignoring other important parts of…
Expert Home Price Forecasts Revised Up for 2023
Kevin Brierton – 9.5.2023 Toward the end of last year, there were a number of headlines saying home prices were going to fall substantially in 2023. That led to a lot of fear and questions about whether there was going to be a repeat of the housing crash that happened back in 2008. But the headlines got…
Why It’s Still a Seller’s Market Today
Kevin Brierton – 9.4.2023 Even though activity in the housing market has slowed from the frenzy that was the ‘unicorn’ years, it’s still a seller’s market because the supply of homes for sale is so low. But what does that really mean for you? And why are conditions today so good if you want to sell your house? The…
Warren Buffett and Goldman Sachs Do Not Think Home Prices Will Fall – What Are They Seeing?
The U.S. housing market is going through a crucial period in 2023, and there are a lot of conflicting opinions about where things are headed. Some believe that the trajectory of home prices over the last few years means we are due for a market correction, while others look at supply and demand data and…
How Inflation Affects the Housing Market
Kevin Brierton – 8.31.2023 Have you ever wondered how inflation impacts the housing market? Believe it or not, they’re connected. Whenever there are changes to one, both are affected. Here’s a high-level overview of the connection between the two. The Relationship Between Housing Inflation and Overall Inflation Shelter inflation is the measure of price growth specific to housing.…
Buyer Traffic Is Still Stronger than the Norm
Kevin Brierton – 8.30.2023 Are you putting off selling your house because you’re worried no one’s buying because of where mortgage rates are? If so, know this: the latest data shows plenty of buyers are still out there, and they’re purchasing homes today. Here’s the data to prove it. The ShowingTime Showing Index is a measure of buyers touring homes. The…
Why You May Still Want To Sell Your House After All
Kevin Brierton – 8.29.2023 Even though you may feel reluctant to sell your house because you don’t want to take on a mortgage rate that’s higher than the one you have now, there’s more to consider. While the financial side of things does matter, your personal needs may actually matter just as much. As an article from Bankrate says: “Deciding whether…
Gen Z: The Next Generation Is Making Moves in the Housing Market
Kevin Brierton – 8.28.2023 Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 30% of Gen Z buyers transitioned straight from living under their parents’ roofs to owning…
More Jobs and Better Pay Leads to More Buyer Demand
Kevin Brierton – 8.24.2023 There’s been talk about a recession for quite a while now. But the economy has been remarkably resilient. Why? One reason is employment and wages have stayed strong. Let’s look at the latest information on each one and why both are good news if you’re thinking about selling your house. More…
Why You Need a True Expert in Today’s Housing Market
Kevin Brierton – 8.23.2023 The housing market continues to shift and change, and in a fast-moving landscape like we’re in right now, it’s more important than ever to have a trusted real estate agent on your side. Whether you’re buying your first home or selling once again, it’s mission-critical to work with an expert who can…
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