Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Barbara Corregano | Jul 30, 2021 | Buyers, Infographic, Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home but wondering if waiting a few years will save you in the long run, think again. The longer the wait, the more you’ll pay, especially when mortgage rates and home prices rise. Even the slightest change in the...

Home Sellers: There Is an Extra Way To Welcome Home Our Veterans

by Barbara Corregano | Jul 29, 2021 | Move-Up Buyers, Sellers

Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Conventional conforming mortgages (mortgages that conform to guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac), accounted for 74% of...

A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers

by Barbara Corregano | Jul 27, 2021 | Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Sellers

One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply is good news for you. It means...

What To Expect as Appraisal Gaps Grow

by Barbara Corregano | Jun 29, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, Move-Up Buyers

In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn...

What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?

by Barbara Corregano | Jun 2, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, Move-Up Buyers

This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons. The health crisis has truly reshaped our lifestyles and our needs. Spending so much more time in our current homes has driven many people to reconsider what homeownership means and what they find most valuable...

Should I Move or Refinance?

by Barbara Corregano | May 20, 2021 | Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Sellers

The level of equity homeowners have is at an all-time high. According to the U.S. Census, over 38% of owner-occupied homes are owned free and clear, meaning they don’t have a mortgage. Those with a mortgage are seeing their equity skyrocket too. Every time real estate...