If you haven’t heard, homebuyers are regaining some negotiating power in today’s market. And while that doesn’t make this a buyer’s market, buyers may be able to ask for a little more. So, sellers must be ready for that possibility and know what they want to negotiate. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a house, here’s a quick […]

If you’re in the market to buy a home, there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive than existing ones (houses already lived in), but that’s not always the case. Exploring newly built homes can sometimes lead to more cost-effective options, especially today. Hard to believe. But the […]

As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales. Home Prices Are Expected To Climb Moderately Home prices are forecasted to rise at a more normal pace. The graph below shows the latest forecasts from seven of the most trusted sources in the industry: […]

The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. As someone thinking about potentially buying or selling a home, you’re probably curious about what effect, if any, elections have on the housing market. It’s a great question because buying or selling a home is a major decision, and it’s natural to wonder how such a major event might impact your […]

Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to move or downsize all at once. And the fear is that a sudden influx of homes for sale would have […]

If you’re planning to move soon, you might wonder if there’ll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate today’s market. If so, here’s what the professionals say about what’s in store for this season. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist, First American: “. . . it seems our general expectation […]

There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a repeat of what we saw in 2008(housing market crash). Here’s a look at the latest expert projections to show why that isn’t happening.   According to Jacob Channel, Senior Economist at LendingTree, the […]

If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say housing prices are going to keep going up. Today’s market is very different than it was before the housing crash in […]

Have you ever heard the term “Silver Tsunami” and wondered what it’s all about? If so, that might be because there’s been a lot of talk about it online recently. Let’s dive into what it is and why it won’t drastically impact the housing market. What Does Silver Tsunami Mean? A recent article from HousingWire calls it: “. […]

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market in 2024. In 2023, higher mortgage rates, confusion over home price headlines, and a lack of homes for sale created some challenges for buyers and sellers looking to move. But what’s on the horizon for the new year? The good […]

When it comes to what’s happening in the housing market, there’s a lot of confusion going around right now. You may hear one thing in conversation with your friends, see something different on the news, and read something on social media that contradicts both thoughts. And, if you’re thinking about making a move, that can leave […]

If you’re thinking about buying a home in your area, you may find yourself interested in the latest real estate headlines so you can have a pulse on all of the things that could impact your decision. If that’s the case, you’ve probably heard mention of investors and wondered how they impact the housing market. That […]