The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.73 percent as of August 1, 2024, down from last week when it averaged 6.78 percent, according to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey® by Freddie Mac. A year ago at this time, the 30-year […]
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Is your house on a Buyer’s Wish List this holiday season?
This time every year, homeowners who are planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait until after the holidays? Some sellers with homes already on the market may even remove their listing until the new year. […]
What’s the housing market like in Green Valley?
Once you’re in the market to buy or sell a home, you’re going to notice every little thing you hear about the housing market. It could be on the TV, a headline or article online, friends, family, coworkers — everyone […]
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3 questions you may be asking about selling your house today
If you’re planning to sell your house this year, you likely have questions about what the shift in the housing market means for your home sale. You might be wondering: Should I wait to sell? Are buyers still out there? […]
What’s ahead for home prices?
As the housing market cools in response to the dramatic rise in mortgage rates, home price appreciation is cooling as well. And if you’re following along with headlines in the media, you’re probably seeing a wide range of opinions calling for everything from […]
Should you still buy a home with the latest news about inflation?
While the Federal Reserve is working to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still high, remaining around 8 percent. This news impacted the stock market and added fuel to the fire for conversations about a recession. You’re likely feeling the […]
The latest on housing supply and demand
Over the past two years, the substantial imbalance of low housing supply and high buyer demand pushed home sales and buyer competition to new heights. But this year, things are shifting as supply and demand reach an inflection point. The graph […]
Perspective matters when selling your house today
Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning your plans to sell your house? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s […]
What experts are saying about the Fall housing market
The housing market is rapidly changing from the peak frenzy it saw over the past two years. That means you probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling this fall. To help you make a confident decision, lean […]
Two questions every homebuyer should ask themselves right now
Rising interest rates have begun to slow an overheated housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a home priced out of the market and others wondering if […]