Posts Tagged ‘Real Estate’
Understanding the Benefits of Owning Your First Home
Kevin Brierton – 10.4.2023 Are you considering buying your first home? If so, it can be helpful to know what led other people to make that decision. According to a recent survey of first-time homebuyers by PulteGroup: “When asked why they purchased their first home recently, the answer was simple: because they wanted to. Either the desire to stop renting…
Read MoreHome Prices Are Not Falling
Kevin Brierton – 10.3.2023 During the fourth quarter of last year, some housing experts projected home prices were going to crash in 2023. The media ran with those forecasts and put out headlines calling for doom and gloom in the housing market. All of this negative news coverage made a lot of people have doubts about the strength…
Read MoreWhy Your House Didn’t Sell
Kevin Brierton – 9.28.2023 If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, you’re likely feeling a little frustrated. Not to mention, you’re also probably wondering what went wrong. Here are three questions to think about as you figure out what to do next. Did You Limit Access to Your House? One of the biggest mistakes…
Read MoreThe Many Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership
Kevin Brierton – 9.21.2023 Buying and owning your own home can have a big impact on your life. While there are financial reasons to become a homeowner, it’s essential to think about the non-financial benefits that make a home more than just a place to live. Here are some of the top non-financial reasons to buy a…
Read MoreWhy Is Housing Inventory So Low?
Kevin Brierton – 9.14.2023 One question that’s top of mind if you’re thinking about making a move today is: Why is it so hard to find a house to buy? And while it may be tempting to wait it out until you have more options, that’s probably not the best strategy. Here’s why. There aren’t enough homes available for sale,…
Read MorePlanning to Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Make a Move
Kevin Brierton – 9.11.2023 Reaching retirement is a significant milestone in life, bringing with it a lot of change and new opportunities. As the door to this exciting chapter opens, one thing you may be considering is selling your house and finding a home better suited for your evolving needs. Fortunately, you may be in a better position…
Read MoreLook 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…
Read MoreWhy 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…
Read MoreWarren 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…
Read MoreGen 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…
Read MoreEquity Is a Game Changer for Homeowners Looking To Sell
Kevin Brierton – 8.15.2023 If you’re a homeowner, you might be torn on whether or not to sell your house right now. Maybe that’s because you don’t want to take on a higher mortgage rate on your next home. If that’s your biggest hurdle, understanding your equity may be exactly what you need to help you feel more comfortable making…
Read MoreAbout 11,000 Houses Will Sell Today
Kevin Brierton – 8.10.2023 Some homeowners have been waiting for months to put their house on the market because they don’t think people are buying homes right now. If that’s you, know that even though the housing market has slowed compared to the frenzy of a couple of years ago, it isn’t at a standstill. Contrary to what you may believe,…
Read MoreThe Value of an Agent When Buying Your New Construction Home
Kevin Brierton – 8.9.2023 Buying a new construction home can be an exciting experience. From being the very first owner, to customizing your home’s features, there are a lot of benefits. But navigating the complexities of buying a home that’s under construction can also be a bit overwhelming. This is where a skilled real estate agent can…
Read MoreFour Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity
Kevin Brierton – 8.7.2023 If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years. Equity builds over time as home values grow and as you pay down your home loan. And, since home prices skyrocketed during the ‘unicorn’ years, you’ve likely gained more than you think. According to the latest Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic, the average homeowner…
Read MoreHow To Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home
Kevin Brierton – 8.2.2023 If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And, you’re juggling how all of those things will impact the choice you’ll make. While housing…
Read MoreHomebuyers Are Still More Active Than Usual
Kevin Brierton – 7.27.2023 Even though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean today’s market is at a standstill. In actuality, buyer traffic is still strong today. The ShowingTime Showing Index is a measure of how much buyers are touring homes. The graph…
Read MoreTips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
Kevin Brierton – 7.26.2023 While the wild ride that was the ‘unicorn’ years of housing is behind us, today’s market is still competitive in many areas because the supply of homes for sale is still low. If you’re looking to buy a home this season, know that the peak frenzy of bidding wars is in the rearview mirror, but you may…
Read MoreDon’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home Prices
Kevin Brierton – 7.25.2023 If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? And it’s no surprise you don’t have the clarity you need on that topic. Part of the issue is how headlines are talking about prices. They’re basing their negative news by comparing current stats…
Read MoreOwning Your Home Helps You Build Wealth
Kevin Brierton – 7.20.2023 You may have heard some people say it’s better to rent than buy a home right now. But, even today, there are lots of good reasons to become a homeowner. One of them is that owning a home is typically viewed as a good long-term investment that helps your net worth grow over time. Homeownership Builds Wealth Regardless of…
Read MoreHome Prices Are Rebounding
Kevin Brierton – 7.17.2023 If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come. That’s because today’s headlines are painting an unnecessarily negative picture. If we take a year-over-year view, home prices did drop some, but that’s because we’re comparing to a ‘unicorn’…
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