Home prices have been steadily increasing in 2020—and as home prices increased, many buyers found they needed larger mortgages in order to purchase homes. But because there’s a limit on conforming loans, many buyers either had to explore alternative loan options (which often carry a higher interest rate) or look...
Read MoreMost of us were eager to leave 2020 behind, it was a stressful and difficult time for almost everyone. There’s one particular group of people that’s especially looking forward to 2021: homebuyers. While buying real estate is normally fun and exciting (albeit a bit stressful), 2020 has thrown too many wrenches...
Read MoreIn a normal year, winter tends to be a buyer-friendly season; because fewer people want to buy in the winter, it can be easier for prospective buyers to find the right property at the right price.But this year is anything but normal. This winter, low inventory and high competition are...
Read MoreCOVID-19 has changed the real estate landscape in many ways—including shifting buyer priorities. But what, exactly, are buyers looking for in today’s market? A recent article from realtor.com outlined the home upgrades buyers are looking for during the COVID-19 pandemic, including: Outdoor upgrades. Many people are spending the majority of...
Read MoreExcept for the select few who truly don’t care, most people have their own taste for design. Whether it’s transitional, rustic, or farmhouse, everyone has an aesthetic that makes them light up and dream about being able to buy a home that gets everything just right. But there’s one group...
Read MoreWhen it comes to real estate, people still hold on to a host of tired, old-school beliefs that are hard to shake off. But to ensure a successful sale, agents need to educate their sellers on how the process actually works today. Here's howBY CARA AMEERAugust 18, 2020Despite the abundance...
Read MoreIdeally, when you’re selling your home, your property will have the features buyers are looking for—and you can highlight those features in your listing to drum up more buyer attention. But what, exactly, are those features?Home remodeling Porch.com recently surveyed 980 recent home shoppers to find out their must-have features. According...
Read MoreWith many purchases, you get the opportunity to “try before you buy.” You can go to the store and try on clothes before you update your wardrobe. You can go to the dealership and take a test drive before you commit to purchasing a car.And while you can’t try a...
Read MoreFor most pet owners, pets are a part of the family. And so, of course, wherever the family moves? The pet moves, too. And while moving might be a stressful process for you, it’s arguably even more stressful for your pet.Pets respond well to structure and routine—and so the packing,...
Read MoreMany people buy fixer-upper homes because they think it will save them money in the long run—but is that actually true?According to recent data, not necessarily.According to a recent survey from remodeling resource Porch, the majority of people who bought fixer-uppers did so in an effort to save money on the...
Read MoreIf you’re planning to buy a new home, you probably have a wish list of features. But how likely is it that you’ll find those features in a new build? According to a recent survey from the National Association of Home Builders, some of the features you’re most likely to...
Read MoreIf you ask any real estate agent if now is a good time to buy a home. Chances are good you’ll probably get the impression that it’s the perfect time to buy a house.Makes sense, right? Almost all agents wouldn’t want to discourage anyone from buying a house.However, it’s nearly...
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