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March 2023

Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners

Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners Simplifying The Market

Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates. (more…)

An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House

An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House Simplifying The Market

If you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to work with someone who understands how the market is changing and what it means for you. Here are five reasons working with a professional can ensure you’ll get the most out of your sale. (more…)

What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates

What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates Simplifying The Market

After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may be wondering if now’s the right time to buy or if you should hold off on your search until rates come back down. (more…)

February 2023

One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home

One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home Simplifying The Market

One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: (more…)

Checklist for Selling Your House This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]

How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality

How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality Simplifying The Market

According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable. (more…)

A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option

A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option Simplifying The Market

Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says: (more…)

The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now

The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now Simplifying The Market

The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: (more…)

Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance

Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance Simplifying The Market

To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. There are more homes for sale than there were at this time last year, but inventory is still historically low. So, if a house has been sitting on the market for a while, that’s a sign it may not be hitting the mark for potential buyers. But here’s the thing. Right now, homes that are updated and priced at market value are still selling fast. (more…)

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]