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Rising Inventory Means This Spring Could Be Your Moment

Rising Inventory Means This Spring Could Be Your Moment

Want to know two reasons this spring might finally be your time to buy? Inventory has grown and sellers may be more willing to negotiate as a result. That means you’ve got more options and more power than buyers have had in years. Let’s break it down.1. You Have More...

What You Need To Know About Pre-Approval

What You Need To Know About Pre-Approval

Some HighlightsBefore you even start looking at homes, there’s something you should do first – and that’s get pre-approved for your mortgage.Pre-approval is when a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to borrow for your home loan. This...

Is the Housing Market Starting To Balance Out?

Is the Housing Market Starting To Balance Out?

For years, sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market. With so few homes for sale and so many people who wanted to purchase them, buyers faced tough competition just to get an offer accepted. But now, inventory is rising, and things are starting to shift in...

Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous

Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous

Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming. It’s a big step, and with that comes plenty of questions. Am I making the right decision? Can I really afford this right now? Will I be able to make ends meet if I have unexpected...

Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year

Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year

If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market. That’s because mortgage rates have been trending down lately – and that gives you a chance to jump back in.Mortgage rates have been declining...

Should I Buy a Home Right Now? Experts Say Prices Are Only Going Up

Should I Buy a Home Right Now? Experts Say Prices Are Only Going Up

At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.”That’s because nationally, home values continue to rise. And with mortgage rates still stubbornly high and home prices going up,...

Do You Know What Your House Is Really Worth?

Do You Know What Your House Is Really Worth?

Some HighlightsOver the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think. ​Nationally, prices are up nearly 60% since 2019. ​And, if selling has been on your mind, you can use that...

Is It a Good Time To Buy a Home?

Are you wondering what’s going on with home prices? Mortgage rates? Or asking yourself if it’s even a good time to buy a home? It’s a big decision—and you don’t have to do it alone. That’s where your trusted local RE/MAX® agent comes in.

5 Spring Home Maintenance Tasks You Don’t Want To Forget

5 Spring Home Maintenance Tasks You Don’t Want To Forget

Spring is a season of renewal, and as a homeowner, it’s easy to get swept up in the day-to-day of life. But maintaining your home is an important part of protecting the long-term value of your investment.So, whether you own a house already or you’re planning to become...

Pre-Approval Is the Homebuying Step You Can’t Afford To Skip

Pre-Approval Is the Homebuying Step You Can’t Afford To Skip

There’s one essential step in the homebuying process you may not know a whole lot about, and that’s pre-approval. Here’s a rundown on what it is and why it’s so important to take care of before you start looking at homes with your RE/MAX® agent. What Is...

Why the Average Homeowner Has $319K in Equity

Why the Average Homeowner Has $319K in Equity

If you already own a home, have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from being a homeowner? As home values rise, so does your net worth. And, if you’ve been in your house for a few years (or longer), there’s a good chance you’re...

The Latest Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

The Latest Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

After several years of rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it looks like the housing market will start to head in a more normal direction in 2025 – at least according to the latest forecasts. And if you’ve been thinking about making a move, that means the...

Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move

Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move

It’s no secret that remote work has surged over the last few years. And that flexibility gave a lot of people the freedom to move — and work — from wherever they wanted.But now, a growing number of companies are requiring employees to return to the office. And that’s...

Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in Today’s Market

Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in Today’s Market

Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection. That’s why it pays to anticipate potential issues before buyers ever step through the door. And one...

More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?

More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?

More people are taking steps to buy a home. And, if you’ve been waiting for the right time to move, this may be the sign you’ve been looking for.For the past few years, a lot of would-be homebuyers hit pause on their plans. With rising mortgage rates and affordability...

Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons

Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons

When searching for a home, you don’t want to skip over new builds as an option. Right now, there are more newly built homes to choose from than there would normally be in the market. And those added choices come with some pretty incredible benefits. Talking to your...

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

Some HighlightsA study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.​Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and...

Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?

Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?

Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your home?Home prices have risen dramatically over the past five years — far more than...

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget? Or maybe you already own a home but could use some extra income or a designated space for aging loved ones. Either way, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) could be the smart solution you’ve been looking...

Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?

Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?

Are you trying to buy a home but you feel like you’re up against deep-pocketed Wall Street investors snatching up everything in sight? Many people believe mega investors are driving up prices and buying up all the homes for sale, and that’s making it hard for regular...

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