by Julia Lowell | Oct 27, 2021 | Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Sellers
The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused homes throughout the country to appreciate at a much faster rate than what we’ve experienced historically. There are many reasons for the limited...
by Julia Lowell | Oct 13, 2021 | Buyer & Seller, Interest Rates
The last 18 months changed what many buyers are looking for in a home. Recently, the American Institute of Architects released their AIA Home Design Trends Survey results for Q3 2021. The survey reveals the following: 70% of respondents want more outdoor living space...
by Julia Lowell | Sep 7, 2021 | Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Sellers
If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner...
by Julia Lowell | Aug 26, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates
There are many non-financial benefits of buying your own home. However, today’s headlines seem to be focusing primarily on the financial aspects of homeownership – specifically affordability. Many articles are making the claim that it’s not affordable to buy a home in...
by Julia Lowell | Jun 3, 2021 | Buyer & Seller, Interest Rates
Are you clamoring for extra rooms or a more functional floorplan in your house? Maybe it’s time to make a move. If you’ll be able to work remotely for the long-term or your overall needs have simply changed, it’s a great time to sell your house and move up. Why? With...
by Julia Lowell | May 20, 2021 | Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Sellers
The level of equity homeowners have is at an all-time high. According to the U.S. Census, over 38% of owner-occupied homes are owned free and clear, meaning they don’t have a mortgage. Those with a mortgage are seeing their equity skyrocket too. Every time real estate...
