Should You Rent Your House or Sell It?
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What Experts Are Saying About the 2023 Housing Market
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This year, experts agree we may see the return of greater stability and predictability in the housing market if inflation continues to ease and mortgage rates stabilize
Read MoreTop Questions About Selling Your Home This Winter
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Even though the supply of homes for sale has increased in 2022, inventory is still low overall. That means it’s still a sellers’ market.
Read MoreWhat Happens to Housing During a Recession?
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Historical data helps paint the picture of how a recession could impact the cost of financing a home. Looking at recessions in this country going all the way back to 1980, data shows each time the economy slowed down mortgage rates decreased.
Read MoreWhat's Ahead for Home Prices?
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The housing market is shifting, and it’s a confusing place right now. Don’t let fear or uncertainty change your plans. If you’re unsure about where prices are headed or how to make sense of what’s going on in today’s housing market, reach out to a local real estate professional for the guidance you need each step of the way.
Read MoreWhen Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting
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Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically considered a good hedge against inflation.
Read MoreTop Reasons Homeowners Are Selling Their Houses Right Now
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An appetite for different features or the fact that their current home could no longer meet their needs topped the list for recent sellers.
Read MoreIs the Real Estate Market Slowing Down or Is This a Housing Bubble?
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While some overheated markets may experience price depreciation in the short term, according to experts, the national real estate market will appreciate in the coming year.
Read MoreHome Price Deceleration Doesn't Mean Home Price Depreciation
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Experts forecast price deceleration, not depreciation. That means home prices will continue to rise, just at a slower pace.
Read MoreCreating the Office of Your Dreams
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Whether you work full-time at home or occasionally need to conduct business in the evenings or on the weekends, a home office a great way to utilize an extra room. A dedicated workspace in your home can be designed to increase productivity and comfort.
Read MoreWhere to Begin When You're Relocating
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Now that you’ve secured the job, it’s time to focus on your relocation and specifically, where you’d like to live in your new city.
Read MoreConsiderations for Going Solar
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There are a variety of options for adding solar to your home, including both owning and leasing. Protect the planet while putting money back in your pocket!
Read MoreHow to Approach Rising Mortgage Rates
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In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning the timing of your home search, the truth is, timing has never been more important.
Read MoreThe Cost of Waiting
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Homebuyers may be opting to wait until more inventory hits the market but as the months tick on, that plan may in fact end up costing them money.
Read MoreGreen is 2022's Hottest Color
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he color green is both versatile and timeless. It's also a color of nature, harmony and renewal.
Read MoreRemodeling Tips in 2022
/Spring is a great time to begin planning your remodeling projects for 2022. By improving your existing home, you are creating higher home equity while also designing a space that fits your current needs.
Before you begin remodeling your kitchen, bathroom or finishing your basement, consider these guidelines.
Design for the Future: Trendy colors and decor will come and go but energy efficiency will never go out of style. Incorporating green elements into your remodeling project will bring long-term cost savings, higher resale value, and enhanced living comfort. Plus, you know that you're also doing your part to reduce your environmental impact.
Be Flexible: There will be supply-related delays in your remodeling project so expecting that up front will save you stress down the road. Have clear expectations of your project milestones and also create a backup plan in case of delays. Project disruptions can be inconvenient but having a contingency plan can make them more tolerable.
Hire Good Help: Hiring contractors with solid reputations and more than three years of experience is critical to overall success and peace of mind during your home remodeling project. Ensure that your contractor is part of the National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI) and has positive references. I work with a lot of great contractors so reach out to me for recommendations!
Conserving Water & Saving Money
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Did you know that there are no-cost or low-cost ways you can reduce your water usage? In an effort to minimize your carbon footprint, save energy, and protect our regional supply of water, consider implementing the following suggestions.
Protecting Your Greatest Investment
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Beyond being the place that you spend the majority of your time in life, your home may also be your greatest investment. Whether you plan to stay in your home for five or fifty years, it's important to make sure you protect the investment you've worked hard to acquire.
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