April Housing Market Faced Affordability Challenges [Video]

U.S. Housing Market Report for April 2023

Fewer home sellers opted to put their homes on the market in April primarily due to feeling “locked in” with a lower interest rate on their current home than available for purchasing a new home. As a result, even though listing price growth slowed, higher interest rates challenged home affordability for many buyers.

Home Financing by the Numbers

One of the best things you can do for yourself when looking for a new home, other than remaining realistic, is to acquire financing before even beginning your search for a new home.  Think about the buying power you have when you walk into a car dealership with a check in hand and ready to … Read more

Home Buying by the Numbers

One of the best things you can do for yourself when looking for a new home, other than remaining realistic, is to acquire financing before even beginning your search. Think about the buying power you have when you walk into a car dealership with a check in hand and ready to purchase. The same holds … Read more

Real Estate Sellers Roadmap

Selling your home can be overwhelming and stressful. With so many decisions to make and so much money on the line, it’s important to be prepared and informed before you start the process. To help you get started, here’s a high-level overview of what you can expect when selling your home. 1. Find a Real … Read more

Real Estate Buyers Roadmap

Buying your first home is an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be overwhelming and stressful. With so many decisions to make and so much money on the line, it’s important to be prepared and informed before you start the process. To help you get started, here’s a high-level overview of what you … Read more

Tips for Improving Your Real Estate Negotiating Skills

Two people netotiating a real estate purchase

Your home may be the most valuable asset you own. So when the time comes to sell, you’ll want to get the best price. But that may not be easy because buyers want to purchase your home for as little as possible. So, who will win this battle between sellers and buyers? The answer to … Read more

6 Tips to Prepare Your Home to Sell Faster for More Money

Making a list of things to do to prepare your home to sell faster

First impressions are critical in many aspects of life, and it’s particularly true in real estate. The instant potential buyers stop in front of a home, their minds start comparing it to other properties they’ve seen. A savvy seller wants to capitalize on that reaction and make that initial introduction warm and welcoming, inviting someone … Read more