There is no doubt that it is easier to sell your house when using the services of a local real estate professional. The agent will provide: Greater exposure to more buyers The skills of a professional negotiator A layer of protection from possible legal liabilities Professional guidance in navigating any pitfalls that may arise A level [...]

In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers show that the range is an average of 3.5% less expensive in San Jose (CA), all the way up to 50.1% less [...]

Access is up to you & and access is critical in getting your house sold. So, you’ve decided to sell your house. Once you hire a real estate professional to help you with the entire process, they will ask you what level of access you want to provide to potential buyers. There are four elements to a quality listing. At the top of the [...]

Best to Remodel or Sell? Your children have finally moved out and you and your spouse now live alone in a three or four-bedroom  (or bigger house). You have two choices to make: 1. Remodel your house to fit your current lifestyle and needs. 2. Sell your house and purchase the perfect home. Based on the record of dollars spent on [...]

According to Black Knight Financial Service’s Mortgage Monitor Report, 1.5 million Americans have purchased a home with down payments under than 10% over the last 12 months. This is great news for buyers as this marks a 7-year high. Many mortgage programs offered by agencies [...]

First-time homebuyers are flocking to the real estate market by the thousands to find their dream homes in order to make their dreams of homeownership a reality. Unfortunately for many, the inventory of starter and trade-up homes in the US has struggled to keep up with demand! According to [...]

93.9% Of Homes in The US Have Positive Equity

CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report revealed that ninety-one thousand residential properties regained equity in Q1 2017. The outlook for 2017 remains positive as well, as an additional 600 thousand properties will regain equity if home prices rise another 5% this year. [...]

Do Your Future Plans Include a Move? What’s Stopping You from Listing Now?

Are you an empty-nester? Do you want to retire where you are, or does a move closer to family sound more your style? Are you close to retirement and not ready to move yet, but living in a home that is too big in size and have too many maintenance needs? How can [...]

Recently, Freddie Mac reported on the benefits of home ownership. According to their report, here are the five benefits that “should be at the top of everyone’s list.”

1. Home ownership can help you build equity over time.
2. Your monthly payments will remain stable.
3. You may have some tax benefits.
4. You can take pride in
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