Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. With so many factors to consider—financing, location, property type, and future market trends—it’s essential to approach the process strategically. A clear plan can help you navigate the complexities and avoid common pitfalls, allowing you to make a sound investment that meets both your current needs and long-term...
Curious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts offer some promising forecasts, especially regarding two key factors that directly affect your decisions: mortgage rates and home prices. Whether you’re thinking of buying or selling, here’s a look at what the experts say and how it might impact your move. Mortgage Rates Are Forecast To Come Down One of the...
After months of sitting on the sidelines, many home buyers who were priced out by high mortgage rates and affordability challenges finally have an opportunity to make their move. With rates trending down, today’s market is a sweet spot for home buyers—and it may not last long. So, if you’ve put your move on the back burner, here’s why maybe you shouldn’t delay your plans any longer. As you...
Many would-be homebuyers still face obstacles due to years of skyrocketing home prices and dramatically higher mortgage rates. However, new data indicates they are regaining some negotiating power as the housing market slows. For the first time in years, buyers can negotiate conditions to their advantage. This demonstrates how significantly the market has shifted recently and the influence that...
Are you wondering if you should continue renting or buying a home this year? If so, consider this. Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years. Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988. That’s because, historically, rents trend up over time. And data from the latest rental report from Realtor.com shows rents continue to grow today. Even though...
Purchasing a house is a substantial economic matter and a most important judgment in life. For this reason, it is approximated that close to 70-90 percent of homebuyers prefer realtor agents to have a smooth and hassle-free home-buying process. The realtor agents ease the home buying process to assist buyers in passing through the convoluted process of identifying and purchasing a house. Especially for the...
If you’re considering selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast approaching. Spring is typically the best time to list your home for sale — at least in the years before the pandemic-fueled housing boom. It’s when buyers come out of winter hibernation and hit the market in droves. Experts at realtor.com looked at seasonal trends from recent...
A lot has changed over the past year, and you might wonder what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you plan to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts say you should remember. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling Houses updated and priced at their current market value are still selling. Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist at Zillow, says: “. . . sellers who...