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Thinking of Selling Your Home? The Waiting Is The Hardest Part.

October 29, 2019 - General Information

Tom Petty famously penned the words, “the waiting is the hardest part” in his early 80’s hit song The Waiting, and his thought process can surprisingly also be applied to individuals considering selling their homes today. Traditional thinking would suggest [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 29, 2019

Homes Are Selling Quickly

October 18, 2019 - General Information

Some Highlights: The National Association of REALTORS® surveyed their members for the release of their Confidence Index. The REALTORS® Confidence Index is a key indicator of housing market strength based on a monthly survey sent to over 50,000 real estate practitioners. Practitioners are asked about [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 18, 2019

3 Reasons This is NOT the 2008 Real Estate Market

October 17, 2019 - General Information

Today’s real estate market is nothing like the 2008 market. When an economic slowdown happens, it won’t resemble the last one. No one knows for sure when the next recession will occur. What is known, however, is that the upcoming [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 17, 2019

3 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Pro in a Complex Digital World

October 16, 2019 - General Information

If you’re searching for a home online, you’re not alone; lots of people are doing it. The question is, are you using all of your available resources, and are you using them wisely? Here’s why the Internet is a great [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 16, 2019

Be on the Lookout for Gen Z: The Next Generation of Homebuyers

October 15, 2019 - General Information

Gen Zers are the next generation of homeowners, and they’re eager to jump in and buy their first homes. Whether you are part of this generation or any other, it’s never too early to start saving, so you can reach [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 15, 2019

Existing-Home Sales Report Indicates Now Is a Great Time to Sell

October 14, 2019 - General Information

Based on the current state of the market, trends are shifting in favor of sellers. If you are going to sell, now may be the time to take advantage of the number of buyers who are searching for their dream [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 14, 2019

You Need More Than a Guide. You Need a Sherpa.

October 10, 2019 - General Information

In today’s world, hiring an agent who has a finger on the pulse of the market will make your buying or selling experience an educated one. In a normal housing market, whether you’re buying or selling a home, you need [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 10, 2019

Homeownership is the Top Contributor to Your Net Worth

October 9, 2019 - General Information

Recently two U.S. Census Bureau researchers released their findings on the biggest determinants of household wealth. What they found may help shape your view on building your family’s net worth. Many people plan to build their net worth by buying [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 9, 2019

What FICO® Score Do You Need to Qualify for a Mortgage?

October 8, 2019 - General Information

It’s common knowledge that your FICO® score plays an important role in the homebuying process. However, many buyers have misconceptions regarding what exactly is required to get the loans they need. While a recent announcement from CNBC shares that the [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 8, 2019

62% of Buyers Are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

October 7, 2019 - General Information

Contrary to common misconception, a down payment is often much less than many believe. According to the ‘2019 Home Buyer Report’ conducted by Nerdwallet, many first-time buyers still believe they need a 20% down payment to buy a home in today’s market: “More [...] Read More

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Monica Foster October 7, 2019

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