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Buying has almost always been favored over renting when it comes to housing. For some, renting is considered “throwing money away” while buying is an “investment.” The truth is, the answer to the rent-versus-buy question is much more nuanced than this “one size fits all” approach. It’s more like “which size fits me?” That is … Read More “Should you rent or buy? Before you decide, ask yourself some questions” »
Hiring a real estate agent makes selling a house a lot easier. You’re also more likely to get the price you want and sell faster in an agent-assisted sale. Find out other benefits of using an agent to sell your home. If you’re selling your home and thinking of not hiring a real estate agent, … Read More “7 Benefits of Hiring a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home” »
We’ll get new numbers today for sales of existing homes, but for the past few months, sales have been down, per data from the National Association of Realtors. Between high-interest rates and low inventory, it’s still a very tight housing market. That means sellers and buyers who want in — or out — sometimes have to … Read More “In a Tight Housing Market, Both Buyers and Sellers Are Getting Creative” »
Selling a house in California can be a complex process, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By following these steps, you can maximize your chances of a smooth and successful sale: Find a top-rated California real estate agent. A good agent will have a deep understanding of the local market, be able to help … Read More “Selling a House in California” »
The affordable housing crisis in the United States has plagued Americans across the country since the Great Recession—and is only getting worse. 2022 estimates indicate that the U.S. needs some four to five million more homes on the market than it has right now. Housing costs have become increasingly untenable for renters and buyers alike; over 40% … Read More “Affordable Housing Crisis in 2023: Where Do We Stand, What are the Solutions?” »
If spring is the best time of year to give your home a thorough cleaning, then fall is the best time to tackle home improvement projects. Not only does the cooler weather force us inside more often, but it’s also the perfect season to finish things up before a long winter. 11 Home Improvement Ideas … Read More “Fall Home Improvement Projects” »
August 25, 2023 Pending sales have stabilized following months of steep declines, but homebuyer demand remains below pre-pandemic levels as house hunters grapple with elevated mortgage rates, high prices, and a lack of supply. Pending home sales inched up in July—rising 0.7% from a month earlier to the highest level since the start of the … Read More “Pending Home Sales Ticked Up in July But Still Hovered Near Recent Low” »
Over the past few years, the COVID-19 pandemic, record-high inflation, significant job losses, and rising rent prices have shaped the affordable housing landscape. Between 2019 and 2021, the shortage of homes affordable and available to renters with extremely low incomes worsened by more than 500,000 units, increasing from a shortage of 6.8 million to 7.3 … Read More “Addressing America’s Affordable Housing Crisis” »
Between our day-to-day lives at home and the time spent behind the wheels of our cars, Americans are spending less and less time outside. Research estimates that we spend about 90% of our time indoors. About 70% of each day is spent at home. You may think that the air you’re breathing during all this time … Read More “Clean Air Tips for Your Home” »
Let’s face it, real estate transactions can be extremely complicated and take up a lot of an agent’s time. But, dealing with contracts and disclosures comes with the territory when you’re in escrow. While this is a necessary part of being a real estate agent, savvy agents leverage their time, so they can continue cultivating … Read More “What are the Benefits of a Transaction Coordinator?” »
