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Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again

Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again

Last year, 70% of buyers abandoned their home search – and maybe you were one of them. It makes sense. Inventory was low, prices were high, and mortgage rates were up and down like a rollercoaster. All of that made it really hard to find a home you loved – and could afford.But guess what? The market
National Housing Trends To Watch

National Housing Trends To Watch

Some HighlightsAt a national level, the housing market has shifted over the past year.There are more homes for sale, price growth has moderated, and homes are taking a little longer to sell.Do you want to know how your area compares? Connect with a real estate agent to go over what's happening local
Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here’s How To Use It

Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here’s How To Use It

You may have heard there are more homes for sale right now. And while that’ll vary depending on the market, it means that overall, things are starting to lean in a more balanced direction. As that happens, some sellers are a bit more open to compromise. Here’s what that means for you.You may be rega
Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring

Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring

Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you. If you want to put yourself in the best position to buy, there’s one step you can’t afford to skip, and that’s getting pre-approved for a mortgage.Some buyers thi
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?

The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?

If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is coming up fast.A recent Realtor.com study analyzed years of housing market trends (excluding 2020 since it was an outlier) and found that April 13–
4 Things To Expect from the Spring Housing Market

4 Things To Expect from the Spring Housing Market

Spring is in full swing, and the housing market is picking up along with it. And if you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy or sell, here’s the inside scoop on why this spring may be a great time to make your move.1. There Are More Homes for SaleAfter a long stretch of tight inven