The past few years have been rocky for real estate. In 2020, 2021 and 2022, we experienced a major seller’s market; homes were flying off the market for record high prices. For buyers, this meant competing with several other bids, settling for a less than ideal home, and paying far more than usual. When we […]
2022 Housing and the Impact of Interest Rates
It’s a tough time to be a home buyer right now, and relief may still be a long way off. During the pandemic, home prices soared and inventory dropped steeply. Things haven’t improved as much as we hoped they would. In 2022, there are a bit more options for home buyers, but prices haven’t come […]
Spring Real Estate Market: Prep Your Home to Sell
The spring real estate market tends to be the busiest time of the year. If you’re listing your home this spring, you’ll likely enjoy the attention of buyers looking to move over the summer – but you’re also going to have more competition. Here are some ways to prepare for the spring market: Spring Real […]
Quick Updates to Sell Your House Faster
The spring housing market is popular with buyers and sellers alike, so if you’ve listed your home recently, hopefully you’re getting plenty of bites. But if you’re not, here are some last-minute updates that are worth the cost and can help you sell your house faster: 1.) Replace old carpeting Putting in new carpeting or […]
5 Things to Consider Before Buying an Investment Property
Buying an investment property can seem like a great idea. It’s a good way to diversify your income, it can provide an additional stream of income in retirement, and you can build up to owning multiple properties in just a few years. Before you jump into the real estate market, there’s a few realities you […]