If you’re thinking of buying a home today, you already know that the number of homes available for sale is low. But what does that really mean for you? As a buyer, low housing supply, coupled with high buyer demand, means you should be prepared to navigate a highly competitive market where homes ... » Learn More about Competing in a Multiple Offers Market
Resources
Seller’s Guide to Buyer Contingencies
Every news article talks about the fact that it’s a “seller’s market.” This means that if you are selling your home, you’ve probably gotten a few offers from which to choose. While sales price is important, so are the contingencies attached to the offer. Understanding what these contingencies mean ... » Learn More about Seller’s Guide to Buyer Contingencies
Spring Real Estate Forecast
The spring real estate forecast is in! Experts agree that it remains a seller's market. Here's what we can expect: For Buyers Higher demand will maintain a seller’s market, but it won’t be as strong as 2021’s peak. Home prices will continue to rise, but at a slower pace than 2021. ... » Learn More about Spring Real Estate Forecast
Why a 20% Down Payment Works Well
If you’re planning to buy a new home, you may be wondering about the down payment. Loan programs require down payments as low as 3.5% for FHA loans and there are conventional loans offering as low as 5%. While you have a lot of options, there are three strong benefits to making a 20% down payment on ... » Learn More about Why a 20% Down Payment Works Well
Liens That Can Stop a Sale
The presence of property liens can impact the sale of your home. Often sellers are not even aware they have a lien on their home, and the delay caused by having them removed can cause a qualified buyer to look elsewhere. Along with other pre-listing tasks such as repairs and curb appeal ... » Learn More about Liens That Can Stop a Sale