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What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal Gap

August 31, 2021 - General Information

It’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today’s housing market. Home prices are appreciating at near-historic rates, and that’s creating some challenges when it comes to home appraisals. [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 31, 2021

The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is Widening

August 30, 2021 - General Information

Becoming financially secure is an important goal for many people today, but some don’t realize just how much homeownership can help them achieve that dream. A recent report, The Journey Toward Financial Freedom, surveys Americans about their perspective on financial [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 30, 2021

Your Checklist To Get Ready To Sell

August 27, 2021 - General Information

Some Highlights When it comes to selling your house, you want it to look its best inside and out. It’s important to focus on tasks that can make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal for [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 27, 2021

If Housing Affordability Is About the Money, Don’t Forget This.

August 26, 2021 - General Information

There are many non-financial benefits of buying your own home. However, today’s headlines seem to be focusing primarily on the financial aspects of homeownership – specifically affordability. Many articles are making the claim that it’s not affordable to buy a [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 26, 2021

Why 2021 Is Still the Year To Sell Your House

August 25, 2021 - General Information

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, this is the time to think seriously about making a move. Fannie Mae’s recent Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) reveals the number of respondents who say it’s a good [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 25, 2021

What To Do with Your Vacation Home as Summer Ends

August 24, 2021 - General Information

As summer comes to a close, is it time to think about selling your vacation home? Based on recent data and expert opinions, it’s something you may want to consider. According to research from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 24, 2021

What Do Experts Say About Today’s Mortgage Rates?

August 23, 2021 - General Information

Mortgage rates are hovering near record lows, and that’s good news for today’s homebuyers. The graph below shows mortgage rates dating back to 2016 and where today falls by comparison. Generally speaking, when rates are low, you can afford more [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 23, 2021

Options for First-Time Homebuyers

August 20, 2021 - General Information

Some Highlights With a housing market this competitive, sometimes you have to think outside the box. Work with your trusted real estate advisors to do things like assess your budget, expand your search radius, look into other options, and determine [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 20, 2021

More Young People Are Buying Homes

August 19, 2021 - General Information

There’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this belief. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist for First American, explains [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 19, 2021

Real Estate: It’s Still a Lack of Supply, Not a Lack of Demand

August 18, 2021 - General Information

One of the major questions real estate experts are asking today is whether prospective homebuyers still believe purchasing a home makes sense. Some claim rapidly rising home prices are impacting demand and, by extension, leading to the recent slowdown in [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 18, 2021

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