You might be faced with a difficult decision right now – should you hold off on purchasing a home as you hope for a favorable shift in the market? With insurance, property taxes, and maintenance costs on the rise, it’s understandable why some are hesitant to take the plunge. However, the reality is that these […]
I’m sure you’re aware, but your home is not just a place to live. Your home is a valuable asset that can serve as a financial resource when you need it most. There are many important advantages to homeownership, but one in particular is to build equity over time, which can be accessed in various […]
There wasn’t anything at all “normal” about the housing market in 2021 and in part of 2022. Mortgage rates were at an all-time low, and there’s a great possibility we will never reach those levels again! Double-digit appreciation drove prices to new heights. Low inventories fueled by high buyer demand made multiple offers a normal […]
Last year, sellers weren’t necessarily willing to make any concessions. This year, due to the softening of the market because of inflation and higher mortgage rates affecting affordability for buyers, they are much more likely to do so. Let’s discuss concessions. They can take place in many forms. A seller could offer to pay the […]
