Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring

by Julia Lowell | Jan 26, 2023 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates

Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that isn’t always the case when you factor in the competition you could face with other buyers at that...

Why You Shouldn’t Fear Today’s Foreclosure Headlines

by Julia Lowell | Jan 25, 2023 | Buyer & Seller, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates

If you’ve seen recent headlines about foreclosures surging in the housing market, you’re certainly not alone. There’s no doubt, the stories in the media can be pretty confusing right now. They may even make you think twice about buying a home for fear that prices...

The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability

by Julia Lowell | Jan 24, 2023 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates

If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability are projected to improve this year. Selma Hepp,...

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Julia Lowell | Jan 20, 2023 | Housing Market Updates, Infographic, Sellers

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house, recent headlines about home prices falling month-over-month may have you second guessing your decision—but perspective matters. While home prices are down slightly month-over-month in some markets, home...

What Past Recessions Tell Us About the Housing Market

by Julia Lowell | Jan 16, 2023 | Buyer & Seller, Housing Market Updates

It doesn’t matter if you’re someone who closely follows the economy or not, chances are you’ve heard whispers of an upcoming recession. Economic conditions are determined by a broad range of factors, so rather than explaining them each in depth, let’s lean on the...

Is It Time To Sell Your Second Home?

by Julia Lowell | Jan 12, 2023 | Housing Market Updates, Luxury Market, Sellers

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home...