The Bottom Line “The 2020 Cost vs. Value report shows a predictable increase in costs for all 22 remodeling projects but a consistent dip in the perceived value of those projects at the time of home sale, as estimated by real estate professionals in more than 100 metro areas across the U.S. This results in a slight downturn on the return on investment for nearly all projects relative to the Continue Reading about To Renovate or Not To Renovate … Before You Sell
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Will the Housing Market Bloom This Spring?
THE BOTTOM LINE The experts are very optimistic about the housing market right now. If you pressed pause on your real estate plans over the winter, chat with your realator to determine how you can re-engage in the homebuying process this spring. Spring is almost here, and many are wondering what it will bring for the housing market. Even though the pandemic continues on, it’s certain to be Continue Reading about Will the Housing Market Bloom This Spring?
How to Prepare Your House for a Winning Sale This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]
THE BOTTOM LINE Welcome buyers. Make your front door visible and accessible to buyers ... Make it sparkle ... Start packing. ... Paint wisely. ... Fix the small stuff ... Update lighting ... Frame windows ... Set the table ... Some Highlights With so few homes available to buy today, houses are in high demand, and they’re selling fast. That means Continue Reading about How to Prepare Your House for a Winning Sale This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]
Is It a Good Time to Sell My House?
THE BOTTOM LINE: If you pressed pause on selling your house last year, now may be the best time to put your plans back into motion while inventory is so low. Contact a local real estate professional today to get the process started. Last year, many homeowners thought twice about selling their houses due to the onset of the health crisis. This year, however, homeowners are beginning to regain Continue Reading about Is It a Good Time to Sell My House?
Millennials: Is It Time to Buy a Bigger Home?
THE BOTTOM LINE If you’re a millennial (25 - 40 years old) and thinking about moving this year, you’re not alone. Connect with a good local agent to shed light on the equity you have in your current home and the opportunities it can create. In today’s housing market, all eyes are on millennials. Not only are millennials the largest generation, but they’re also currently between 25 and 40 Continue Reading about Millennials: Is It Time to Buy a Bigger Home?
3 Ways Home Equity Can Have a Major Impact on Your Life
The Bottom Line Savings in any form is a good thing. The forced savings you can earn from making a mortgage payment enables you to build wealth through home equity. That equity can come in handy in both good and more challenging times. There have been a lot of headlines reporting on how homeowner equity (the difference between the current market value of your home and the Continue Reading about 3 Ways Home Equity Can Have a Major Impact on Your Life
Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?
The Bottom Line Don’t let down payment myths keep you from hitting your homeownership goals. If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, connect with your agent to review your options. Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might Continue Reading about Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?
Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One
THE BOTTOM LINE “Home-prices are rising faster than rents and wages in a majority of the country. Yet, home ownership is still more affordable, as amazingly low mortgage rates that dropped below 3 percent are helping to keep the cost of rising home prices in check.” If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, Continue Reading about Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One