Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008

By Kevin Brierton Team | July 24, 2023
A red and white paper house sitting on top of green leaves.

Kevin Brierton – 7.24.2023 If you’ve been keeping up with the news lately, you’ve probably come across headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market. This may have left you with some uncertainty, especially if you’re considering buying a home. It’s important to understand the context of these reports to know the truth…

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Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 30, 2023
A white unicorn is walking in the grass.

Kevin Brierton – 5.30.2023 Comparing real estate metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market. That’s due to possible variability in the market making the comparison less meaningful or accurate. Unpredictable events can have a significant impact on the circumstances and outcomes being compared.  Comparing this year’s numbers to…

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Home Equity: A Source of Strength for Homeowners Today

By Kevin Brierton Team | November 14, 2022
A view of many houses from above.

Kevin Brierton – 11.14.2022 Experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis like we saw back in 2008, and that’s good news for the housing market. As Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, says: “. . . don’t expect a housing bust like the mid-2000s, as lending standards in this housing cycle have been much tighter…

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