Real Estate

With the number of new listings going up and average days on market going
down, buyers may have more options, but will still want to move fast.

* For sellers, inventory is still low and houses are selling fast,
meaning your house should stand out and may get multiple offers if
you price it right.

* If you want to know more about what’s happening in our area, let’s
connect.

Thinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do
it? Here’s what you need to know. Even though the number of homes for sale
has been growing this year, there still aren’t enough homes on the market
for all the buyers who want to buy.

Discover key mistakes to avoid when buying or selling a luxury estate to
make your real estate transaction as successful as possible.

Hey there, potential homebuyers! Let’s dive into some key real estate
metrics that can help you better understand the current market conditions.

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably
top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for
now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers
just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. That may be the case for
you too.

When you put an offer on a home, you’d want to do everything you can to
make your bid more competitive. One way to do this is through earnest
money. But what is it, exactly? And how much do you need?

If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you
can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that
needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones.
Fixer-uppers can be a really great option if you’re looking to break into
the housing market or want to stretch your budget further. According to
NerdWallet:

Wondering if now’s a good time to sell your house? Based on how many homes
are on the market, there are two big reasons why this spring is looking so
good for sellers.

* Thanks to an uptick in inventory over last year, you’ve got more
options for your next home. But there are still fewer homes for sale
than there’d normally be, meaning your house should stand out and get
a lot of attention from buyers.

* If you want to sell your house, this spring is the sweet spot. When
you’re ready, let’s chat to get the ball rolling.

If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where
you can has a lot of appeal. One long-standing, popular way to do that is
by downsizing to a smaller home.