Agent Advice 7 Real Estate Marketing Tips to Kickstart Your Social Media 7 Real Estate Marketing Tips to Kickstart Your Social Media In today’s fast-paced digital world, I understand the power of social media for real estate professionals like you. With the right strategies, you can harness the true potential of social platforms to boost your real estate business. In this blog, I’ll unveil seven essential tips […]
Home Ownership Lending Standards Are Not Like They Were Leading Up to the Crash Lending Standards Are Not Like They Were Leading Up to the Crash You might be worried we’re heading for a housing crash, but there are many reasons why this housing market isn’t like the one we saw in 2008. One of which is how lending standards are different today. Here’s a look at the data […]
Home Ownership Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report later this week. This monthly report provides information on the sales volume and price trend for previously owned homes. In the upcoming release, it’ll likely say home prices are down. […]
Buyers Your Needs Matter More Than Today’s Mortgage Rates Your Needs Matter More Than Today’s Mortgage Rates If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And, while things like mortgage rates are a key part of your decision on what you’ll buy next, it’s important to not lose sight of the reason you […]
Market Update Are Home Prices Going Up or Down? That Depends… Are Home Prices Going Up or Down? That Depends… Media coverage about what’s happening with home prices can be confusing. A large part of that is due to the type of data being used and what they’re choosing to draw attention to. For home prices, there are two different methods used to compare home prices […]
Market Update This Real Estate Market Is the Strongest of Our Lifetime This Real Estate Market Is the Strongest of Our Lifetime When you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market. We can see this is one of the most foundationally strong housing markets of our lifetime – if not the strongest housing market of our […]
Home Improvements The Best Smart Home Speakers for Your Modern Home The Best Smart Home Speakers for Your Modern Home As technology continues to evolve, the demand for smart home speakers has significantly increased in recent years. These speakers have revolutionized the way we interact with our homes, making it easier to control our appliances, play music, and even connect with our loved ones. In this […]
Sellers Selling a Home in Today’s Housing Market: Tips and Strategies Selling a Home in Today’s Housing Market: Tips and Strategies If you’re planning to sell your home in today’s housing market, you’re probably wondering how to get the best possible price for your property. With so many factors to consider, from the state of the economy to the condition of your home, it can be […]
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Buyers What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market Though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy of a year ago, buyers are showing their interest in purchasing a home. According to U.S. News: “Housing markets have cooled slightly, but demand hasn’t disappeared, and in many places remains stronglargely due to the shortage […]
Buyers Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring Though there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts it this way: “While the number […]
Sellers An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House 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. […]
Buyers Smart Home: A Beginner’s Guide to Making Your Home a Smart Home this smart home post was first published on www.coldwellbankerelite.com A Beginner’s Guide to Making Your Home a Smart Home The concept of a smart home has been around for several years, but it’s only recently that it’s become more accessible to the general public. With the advancement of technology and the growing trend of connected […]
Buyers Homeownership: How To Make Your Dream a Reality How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality 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. However, it’s unlikely […]
Buyers Downsizing: A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option Downsizing: A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option Downsizing: Could a smaller home be your best option? There are pros and cons to downsizing, but it still may be appealing to you. Below you’ll learn some key benefits about downsizing that you may not have considered. Many people are reaching the point in their […]
Market Update The Two Big Issues the Housing Market is Facing Right Now The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now The biggest challenge the housing market is 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: “Two dynamics are keeping existing-home inventory historically low – rate-locked existing homeowners and the […]
Home Improvements Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance 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 […]
Buyers Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices? Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices? The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up for spring. It can be hard to navigate misleading headlines and confusing data, so here’s what you should know about today’s home prices. Local price trends still vary by […]
Home Ownership Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a […]
Buyers What You Should Know About Closing Costs What You Should Know About Closing Costs Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on […]
Market Update Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years The biggest challenge in the housing market right now, and likely for years to come, is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. That’s why, if you’re thinking about selling your house, […]