Monthly Archives: August 2018

Top 3 Myths About Today’s Real Estate Market

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters There are many conflicting headlines when it comes to describing today’s real estate market. Some are making comparisons to the market we experienced 10 years ago and are starting to believe that we may be … Continue reading

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Home Sales Expected to Continue Increasing in 2019

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, and the Mortgage Bankers Association are all projecting that home sales will increase nicely in 2019. Below is a chart depicting the projections of each entity for the remainder of 2018, as well as … Continue reading

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Rent or Buy: Either Way You’re Paying A Mortgage!

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize, however, that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are … Continue reading

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What Does the Recent Rash of Price Reductions Mean to the Real Estate Market?

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Last week, in a new report from Zillow, it was revealed that there has been a rash of price reductions across the country. According to the report: There are more price cuts now than a … Continue reading

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6 Costs Homeowners Overlook and How to Pay for Them

Reprinted from RIS Media’s HouseCall By the Experts at Hippo For many people, a house is the biggest investment they’ll ever make. And whether you’re a first-time homeowner or you’re buying your third property, you’re bound to end up covering … Continue reading

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The Net Worth of a Homeowner is 44x Greater Than A Renter!

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. Their latest survey data, covering 2013-2016 was recently released. The study revealed … Continue reading

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The Cost of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Some Highlights: Interest rates are projected to increase steadily heading into 2019. The higher your interest rate, the more money you end up paying for your home and the higher your monthly payment will be. … Continue reading

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For Sale! Top Tips for First-Time Home Sellers

Reprinted from RIS Media’s Housecall By Hannah Whittenly Selling a home can be very lucrative, but you need to make sure you don’t make any major mistakes. Many first-time sellers hit roadblocks that end up costing them time and money. … Continue reading

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Have You Outgrown Your Starter Home?

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters’\ For many Americans, buying their first home is their first taste of achieving part of the American Dream. There is a sense of pride that comes along with owning your own home and building your … Continue reading

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Supply & Demand Will Determine Future Home Values

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Will home values continue to appreciate throughout 2018? The answer is simple: YES! – as long as there are more purchasers in the market than there are available homes for them to buy. This is … Continue reading

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