A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. They’re watching rates hover a little above 6% and thinking, I’ll buy once they hit the 5s. Because who doesn’t want a better rate?But here’s the thing: that 5.99% number might not save you as much as you think.Affordability is still a challenge. There’s no question about that. But the market has given savvy buyers a head start....
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For Buyers, For Sellers, New Construction, Inventory Are Builders Overbuilding Again? Let’s Look at the Facts. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong. Builders have been busy. And it’s left some people wondering: Are we overbuilding like we did right before the 2008...
There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt?The short answer? No.The housing market doesn’t stop. It keeps moving. Homes are still being bought and sold, contracts are still being signed, and closings are still happening. The difference is that a few parts of the process may slow down a...
For Buyers, For Sellers, Buying Tips, Economy, Selling Tips What a Government Shutdown Really Means for the Housing Market Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt? The short answer? No. The housing...
For Sellers, Home Prices, Equity Why Your Home Equity Still Puts You Way Ahead Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn If you’ve seen headlines about home prices dropping, it’s easy to wonder what that means for the value of your home too. Here’s what you really need to know. Even with small price declines in some markets, data shows you’re likely still...