Market Updates

Aug. 17, 2022

What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market?

According to a recent survey from the Wall Street Journal, the percentage of economists who believe we’ll see a recession in the next 12 months is growing. When surveyed in July 2021, only 12% of economists consulted thought there’d be a recession by now. But this July, when polled, …

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Aug. 16, 2022

Three Reasons To Buy a Home in Today’s Shifting Market

Some Highlights

The housing market is moving away from the frenzy of the past year and it’s opening doors for you if you’re thinking about buying a home.

Housing inventory is increasing, which means more options for your search. Plus, the intensity of bidding wars may …

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Posted in Buyers, Market Updates
Aug. 11, 2022

What Does the Rest of the Year Hold for Home Prices?

Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, you probably want to know: will home prices fall this year? Let’s break down what’s happening with home prices, where experts say they’re headed, and why this matters for your homeownership goals.

Last Year’s Rapid Home Price Growth Wasn’t …

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Aug. 4, 2022

Time to Own

Benefits

1) 0% Interest rate with no monthly payment required.

2) Ten percent (10%) of the principal balance will be forgiven annually, on the anniversary date of the loan closing, until the loan is fully forgiven on the tenth anniversary.   

3) Financing to cover up to 20% …

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June 27, 2022

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

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 …

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June 21, 2022

More Listings Are Coming onto the Market!

Some Highlights

Worried you won’t be able to find your next home after you sell? You should know data from realtor.com shows more listings are coming onto the market each month this year.

Having additional options can make the search for your next home easier. But inventory …

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Posted in Market Updates, Sellers
June 6, 2022

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans.

 

Today, …

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Posted in Buyers, Market Updates
June 6, 2022

History Proves Recession Doesn’t Equal a Housing Crisis

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It’s important to understand history proves an economic slowdown does not equal a housing crisis.

In 4 of the last 6 recessions, home prices actually appreciated. Home prices only fell twice – minimally in the early 90s and then by nearly 20% during the housing …

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May 31, 2022

2022 Housing Market Forecast

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What does the rest of the year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts have to say about what lies ahead.

Home prices are projected to rise and so are mortgage rates. Experts are also forecasting another strong year for home sales as people …

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May 20, 2022

Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans

Some Highlights

If recent headlines about rising inflation are making you wonder if it’s still a good time to buy, here’s what experts have to say.

Housing is an asset that typically grows in value. Plus, your mortgage helps stabilize your monthly housing costs, and buying protects …

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Posted in Buyers, Market Updates