Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Pricing / By Tatiana Janes

The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to buy a home? Should I make a move this year? To help answer those questions, let’s turn to the experts for projections on what the […]

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The Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for Homebuyers

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Over the past few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac fell by half a percent. The drop happened over concerns about a potential recession. And since mortgage rates have risen dramatically this year, homebuyers across the country should see this decline as welcome news. Freddie Mac reports that the average 30-year […]

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What Does an Economic Slowdown Mean for the Housing Market?

For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates / By Tatiana Janes

According to a recent survey, more and more Americans are concerned about a possible recession. Those concerns were validated when the Federal Reserve met and confirmed they were strongly committed to bringing down inflation. And, in order to do so, they’d use their tools and influence to slow down the economy. All of this brings […]

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Is Homeownership Still the American Dream?

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Defining the American dream is personal, and no one individual will have the same definition as another. But the feelings it brings about – success, freedom, and a sense of prosperity – are universal. That’s why, for many people, homeownership remains a key part of the American dream. Your home is your stake in the […]

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Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Some Highlights

Based on a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for nine years in a row.
Owning real estate is more than just a place to call home. It’s also an investment in your future. That’s because it’s typically a stable and secure asset that can grow in value over time.
If you’re ready to buy a home and invest in your future, let’s connect.

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Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance Programs

Buying Myths, Down Payments, For Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying journey. It found that 36% of those polled said saving for a down payment is one of their primary hurdles to buying a home. If you feel the same way, the good news is there are many down payment […]

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A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past two years. Two of the biggest hurdles homebuyers faced during the pandemic were the limited number of homes for sale and the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. But those two things have reached a turning point. […]

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Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing / By Tatiana Janes

You may be reading headlines and hearing talk about a potential housing bubble or a crash, but it’s important to understand that the data and expert opinions tell a different story. A recent survey from Pulsenomics asked over one hundred housing market experts and real estate economists if they believe the housing market is in […]

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Homeownership Is a Great Hedge Against the Impact of Rising Inflation

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing / By Tatiana Janes

If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve heard about rising inflation. Today, inflation is at a 40-year high. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): “Consumer prices accelerated again in May as shelter, energy and food prices continued to surge at the fastest pace in decades. This marked the third straight […]

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Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating, be careful when it comes to making any big purchases. Here are a few things you may not realize you need to avoid after applying […]

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