You already know our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of them are also feeling desperate to lock in a mortgage—which has only added fuel to the fire. It […]
From kitchen renovations to a new roof, there are several home upgrades you can complete to help make your home more appealing to potential buyers. However, if you’re looking to give your home a technological improvement, smart home upgrades can be a brilliant option. While these upgrades can improve...
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell. If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prep your home for sale before putting it on the market. Start by connecting with a real estate agent as...
The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982. It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, real estate agent, or retiree, if you spend U.S. dollars, inflation impacts you. We will explore how to hedge against inflation with...
Real Estate Today: Episode 2 Since the start of the Covid pandemic in March 2020, the way people work has changed and the types of homes people need have changed. Those changes have necessitated alternative financing options to meet the needs of the new buyer. While many people transitioned...
Last year was one for the real estate history books… so should we expect more of the same in real estate in 2022? The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.1 However,...
On today’s episode of Real Estate Today, Ryan and Greg discuss the MaxOne and MI Buster programs, which make home buying affordable to more of today’s borrowers. MaxOne is a Down Payment Assistance program that, incredibly, offers no payments and no interest until you either refinance or sell your...
We’ve lined up a list of unique gifts for every “type” on your list. And since we work in real estate, they’re all centered around home life. From the coffee snob to the sports enthusiast, these presents are the perfect way to bring beauty, function or a touch of...
The Federal Housing Finance Administration (FHFA) is considering changes to credit scoring models. These changes are aimed at underserved and minority communities to increase the homeownership rate yet will benefit all. Will these changes to credit scoring make you a homeowner? Why A New Credit Scoring Model? FHFA first...
When you’re in the process of moving to a new home, it can feel like things are in disarray. Hiring quality movers to get you transported and settled into your new space as quickly as possible can make the process much more streamlined and stress-free. Once you’re in your...
