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If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices. And while this increase in home values is great news for sellers, you may be wondering what the future holds. Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them to fall? To answer that … Read More “What Does the Future Hold for Home Prices?” »
This summer, my husband and I decided to put our 1,200-square-foot Spanish-style bungalow in San Diego up for sale. Naturally, this involved meeting with a host of real estate professionals—all of whom agreed that to sell our charming little home for the price we wanted, we needed to stage it. But it wasn’t as simple … Read More “How to Stage Your Home While Living in It (Without Losing Your Mind)” »
If you have a stable job but are earning less than you’d like, you might be concerned that this can impede your ability to purchase a home. The good news: There are mortgages and assistance options that can help you become a homeowner, even with a low income. Can I buy a house with a low … Read More “How to buy a house with a low income” »
Buying a house can be an exciting and emotional process. Before starting your home search, you’ll want to understand the ins and outs of homebuying. This will empower you to make decisions that are the best for your family — and your wallet. What to consider Is now a good time to buy a house? … Read More “How to buy a house in 2022” »
Key Takeaways When you buy a home, you should expect to pay certain costs upfront, including fees, your taxes, and your down payment. Once you’ve closed on the house, you may be required to pay insurance, taxes, private mortgage insurance, or homeowner’s association fees in addition to your monthly mortgage payments. You should also be … Read More “More Than a Mortgage: The Cost of Owning a Home” »
Jul 20, 2022 Home prices have been on the rise since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. For proof, look no further than the current median home price—a whopping $450,000. That’s not just a high price, but a new record set in June. As a seller, you may be motivated to cash in on this seemingly unstoppable housing … Read More “10 Crucial Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent When Selling Your Home” »
July 5, 2022 If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’re probably wondering if now is the time to do it. With the recent volatility of the housing market, a lot of sellers are on the fence. Home prices shot up in 2020 and 2021 – but are they still rising, or are they on their … Read More “4 Things to Consider Before Selling Your home” »
The term “as-is” in a real estate listing indicates that the buyer must be willing to accept the home exactly as it currently is, foregoing any opportunity to request that the seller make repairs or offer credits for problems with the property. Let’s take a look at how you may encounter the term “as-is” in … Read More “What Should You Consider Before Buying a House As-Is?” »
Homeowners planning to renovate in 2022 should prepare for challenges including supply chain delays, inflation and labor shortages. Taking on a home renovation can be a great option to save money on the purchase price of a property, and create a customized space that can be a real source of pride. For most people, though, a home … Read More “Renovating Your Home in 2022: 3 Things to Know” »
Traditionally, spring is real estate season, but buyers across the country have been waiting for summer to finally see a return to normal inventory levels, normal competition and most importantly, normal prices. As it turns out, a return to normal is probably pretty far off, but cracks are starting to emerge in the seller’s market that has … Read More “Where the Housing Market Is Headed in Summer 2022, According to Experts” »
