When you sell your house, ideally, you want it to go something like this: your house sells for top dollar, you get it sold quickly, and it all goes down without a hitch. But what many people don’t realize is that even in today's market where there are more buyers than homes for sale, there are still things that can cause delays or even keep a house from selling. According...
Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out. Because what you may not realize is, if you’re ready and able to buy, this time of year could actually give you an edge. Here’s why. As the weather cools down, the housing market can too – and that works in your favor. You Likely Won’t Feel as Rushed Homes tend to take a little longer to sell during this time of year. Data from...
More entry-level homes – also known as starter homes – are popping up on the market. And after several years with very few homes available to buy and prices rising, there are finally some more options for first-time buyers. Inventory Is Increasing – Especially at Lower Price Points Over the past year, the total supply of homes for sale has improved. According to Realtor.com, in November...
In today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything — including figuring out how much your house is worth. But be careful. The automated estimates you’re seeing online often miss key details that affect the true market value of your home. Before you toss a for sale sign in your yard and expect to bring in the number you saw for your house online, you need to...
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores Some Highlights Data shows 7 out of 10 prospective homebuyers don’t know the minimum credit score required by lenders or that it varies by lender and loan type. According to Experian, the range is anywhere from 500 to 700 for the minimum credit score. That means you don’t need perfect credit to buy a home. Your credit...
When planning a move, a newly built home might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But with more brand-new homes on the market and builders focusing on smaller, more affordable options, this type of home may just be the key to crossing the homebuying finish line. Here's why a new build is worth considering – and how an agent can help you find one that meets your needs and your...
Mudarse a un área más asequible podría ser el nuevo comienzo que usted necesita para salir adelante financieramente. Si bien algunos mercados ciertamente son más asequibles que otros, sepa que trabajar con un agente en bienes raíces de confianza para encontrar lo que se adapte mejor a su presupuesto y a la ubicación deseada, sin importar dónde quiera estar, es siempre la mejor opción. Con el...
Es posible que usted se pregunte si los precios de las casas se van a desplomar. Y lo crea o no, algunas personas incluso podrían estar esperando que esto suceda para que finalmente ellos puedan comprar una casa más asequible. Pero los expertos están de acuerdo en que eso no es lo que está en las cartas, y he aquí por qué.Hay más personas que quieren comprar una casa que casas disponibles. Eso es lo...
Poner su casa a la venta por su cuenta, a menudo llamada "Venta por el propietario" o FSBO, (por sus siglas en inglés) podría estar en su mente. Pero usted debe saber que eso puede complicarse con rapidez, especialmente en el mercado actual tan complejo.Es por eso que los datos de la Asociación Nacional de Realtors (NAR, por sus siglas en inglés) muestra que un número históricamente bajo optan por la...
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