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Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

Are There More Homes Coming to the Market? According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today. If you’re looking to buy a home, you may have noticed this yourself. But there is good news. Recent data shows more sellers ar...

Three Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Three Tips for First-Time Homebuyers Buying your first home is a major decision and an exciting milestone. Even though it can feel daunting at times, it has the power to change your life for the better. If you're looking to purchase your first home, you may be wondering what's happening in the housing market today, how much you need to save, and where to start. Here are three things that can help give you the information you need to...

Homeownership and Inflation

How Homeownership Can Help Shield You from Inflation If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve likely heard about rising inflation. You’re also likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as prices go up for gas, groceries, and more. These rising consumer costs can put a pinch on your wallet and make you re-evaluate any big purchases you have planned to ensure they’re still worthwhile. If you’ve been thinking...

The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You

The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years. Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago. However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, tweeted just last week on this issue: ...

2021 Real Estate Mid Year Update

2021 Real Estate Mid Year Update It's no secret that the real estate market has been on fire in 2021. Though 2020 was a challenge it certainly did not prepare us for the frenzy that 2021 has brought and while the market is hot Nationwide, South Florida is even hotter! The top real estate related questions being asked on Google are "Are we in a Bubble?" and "Why is the real estate market so hot?". To answer these questions our team has put togeth...

Why You Should Sell Your House Now

In regard to the housing market, it's no secret that 2021 has been a year for the sellers. For homeowners considering selling, the combination of historically low interest rates, low inventory, and high buyer demand creates the perfect scenario to sell their home. Let’s take a look at what is driving this seller’s market and why if you’re thinking of selling …. NOW IS THE TIME! The National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains: “...

What If I Need to Sell My Home Now? What Can I Do?

What If I Need to Sell My Home Now? What Can I Do? Every day that passes, people have a need to buy and sell homes. That doesn’t stop during the current pandemic. If you’ve had a major life change recently, whether with your job or your family situation, you may be in a position where you need to sell your home – and fast. While you probably feel like timing with the current pandemic isn’t on your side, making a move is still pos...

The Covid-19 Pandemic And The Real Estate Market

5 Simple Graphs Proving This Is NOT Like the Last Time With all of the volatility in the stock market and uncertainty about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), some are concerned we may be headed for another housing crash like the one we experienced from 2006-2008. The feeling is understandable. Ali Wolf, Director of Economic Research at the real estate consulting firm Meyers Research, addressed this point in a recent interview: “With peopl...

2019 Housing Market Outlook

Although it’s impossible to predict the future, current trends and statistics create a picture of the market’s health. Read on for where the market is now, three things to watch for in 2019 and the market outlook. The National Market as we begin 2019 Home prices are up 4.6 percent and the average home value is $264,800.1 Sales may be down, but prices will continue to rise. This is good news for sellers, but may keep buyers on the side...

Benefits of Reduced Debt

Benefits of Reduced Debt If you've set a goal to pay down your debt this year, you're not alone. Strategically reducing or paying off debt benefits your finances tremendously, but can positively impact other areas of your life as well. Reduce stress. According to a recent study, more than 85% of Americans intermittently feel stressed by their finances and 30% feel stressed constanly.* By making a commitment to pay off your debt, you're also ...

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