As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. […]
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Your home equity can take you places
The amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically. On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in equity over the last 12 months, and the average equity on mortgaged homes is now $216,000. When it’s time to sell, […]
A look at home price appreciation through 2025
Home prices have increased significantly over the last year, which in turn has grown the net worth of homeowners. Appreciation and home equity are directly linked – as the value of a home increases, so does a homeowner’s equity. And […]
82 percent of homes selling at or above asking price
When you sell your home, you want it to sell for at least what you’re asking — preferably more. And if that’s the goal, now is a great time to sell. A recent survey from Homes.com found that a whopping […]
3 Reasons We’re Definitely Not in a Housing Bubble
Home values appreciated by about ten percent in 2020, and they’re forecast to appreciate by about five percent this year. This has some voicing concern that we may be in another housing bubble like the one we experienced a little […]
Home Prices Up Nearly 10 Percent over LY in December
There’s no denying that 2020 was an extremely challenging year. But one area that flourished in 2020 was the real estate market — and more specifically, the market was great for sellers. Low inventory and high buyer demand drove up […]
Is now a good time to refinance my home?
With interest rates hitting all-time lows over the past few months, many homeowners are opting to refinance. To decide if refinancing your home is the best option for you, start by asking yourself these questions: Why do you want to […]
Rising home equity can power your next move
According to CoreLogic, homeowners across the country are gaining significant equity. Over the past year, the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity, growing their overall net worth. If you’re ready to sell your house and begin looking for your dream […]
Home equity gives sellers options in today’s market
Homeownership is one of the best ways to invest in your financial future, especially as your home equity grows. Home equity is a form of forced savings that can work to your advantage as the value of your home appreciates. […]
The economic impact of buying a home
We’re in a changing real estate market, and life, in general, is changing too — from how we grocery shop and meal prep to the ways we can interact with our friends and neighbors. Even practices for engaging with agents, […]
