Selling your house is no simple task. And when you sell on your own – known as a FSBO (or For Sale by Owner) – you’re responsible for handling some of the more difficult aspects of the process without the expert guidance you need. The 2021 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) surveys homeowners who recently sold their house on their own and asks what Continue Reading
Expert Insights on the 2022 Housing Market
As we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next? Will there be more homes available to buy? Will prices keep climbing? How high will mortgage rates go? For the answer to those questions and more, we turn to the experts. Here’s a look at what they say we can expect in 2022. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist, First American: “Consensus forecasts put rates at about 3.7% by Continue Reading
5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an offer on a home, remember these five easy tips to help you rise above the competition. 1. Know Your Budget Knowing your budget and what you can afford is critical to your success as a homebuyer. The best way to understand your numbers is to work with a lender so Continue Reading
Key Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage
Once you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. It’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating your new place, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any major life changes, be sure to consult your lender – someone who’s qualified to explain how your financial decisions may Continue Reading
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When a House Becomes a Home
It’s clear that owning a home makes financial sense. But lately, the emotional side of what drives homeownership is becoming increasingly important. No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a familiar scent or a favorite chair, the feel-good connections to our own homes can be more important to us than the financial ones. Here are Continue Reading
DSM Condos & Townhomes Real Estate Website Launch
Announcing the launch of my new feature rich real estate website serving the greater DSM Condos & Townhomes real estate market. I am happy to announce the launch of my website Dsmcondosandtownhomes.com - your online resource for all DSM Condos & Townhomes real estate! I always endeavor to provide clients with easy access to up-to-date listings and information impacting the real Continue Reading
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7 Important Considerations When Pricing Your Home for Sale
Setting the right price for your home can be an overwhelming undertaking, but it’s so important! Luckily, our wonderful real estate agents can help us compute all of the housing market lingo, data and overall confusion. That being said, it’s still helpful to understand how the process generally works. We’ve arranged these seven important considerations when pricing your home for sale: 1. Seek Continue Reading
9 Key Considerations When House Hunting
Are you looking for a new home? Trying to find the best one can feel like a massive burden. Get an idea of what to look for before you begin the house hunting journey, and you’ll improve your chances of finding the perfect home sooner rather than later! Recognize your lifestyle goals and needs - really know what works for you, what your deal-breakers are, and what you want in a home. You deserve Continue Reading