Low Inventory Pushes Home Prices Higher

According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, home prices appreciated by 6.9% year-over-year from December 2016 to December 2017 on a national level. This marks the fifth month in a row with at least a 6.9% increase.

Attention First-Time Buyers: Here’s the Key Stuff You Don’t Know About Mortgages

When it comes to mortgages, there’s a big gap between what people think they need in order to get one and the reality of what buyers are successfully doing—especially young people. I know, I know, I’ve written on down payments before (like last month, when I highlighted that putting 20% down isn’t the norm). But you know what? When […]

Sales of New Homes Surged in 2016, but Slowed in December

Brand-spankin’ new homes sold like hotcakes last year, as buyers raced to close on the abodes of their dreams. Maybe it was that new-home smell—or the sight of rising mortgage rates. Sales of new homes were up 12.2% in 2016 compared with a year earlier, according to the seasonally adjusted numbers in a joint report by the U.S. […]

Past, Present & Future of Home Prices

Are you looking to relocate to a new home or purchase a new home?  We think it’s best to understand the past, present and future of home prices.   CoreLogic released their most current Home Price Index last week. In the report, they revealed home prices appreciation in three categories.  The categories ranged from percentage appreciation over the […]

NAR Reports Show Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

The last two major reports issued by the National Association of Realtors (NAR Reports) revealed information that suggests that now continues to be a great time to sell your house. We all realize that the best time to sell anything is when demand is high and the supply of that item is limited. Let’s look at the data […]

2 Tips For Getting The Most Money When Selling Your House

Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best price when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible. 1. Price it a LITTLE LOW for selling on your terms This may seem counterintuitive. […]

4 Great Reasons to Buy This Summer

Summer is here! The temperature isn’t the only thing heating up right now, so too is the housing market in many areas of the country!  Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting. Here are 4 reasons to buy a home right now. 1. Prices Will Continue to Rise […]

Sales at Highest Pace in 9 Years!

Some Highlights: Sales of existing homes reached the highest annual pace in over 9 years at 5.29 million. Inventory remains below the 6-month norm and prices are still on the rise. Interest rates are at a historic low of 3.48%. You read that right!  Sales are at their highest pace in NINE years!!