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...
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...
https://redwoodhouseofrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Why-This-Winter-Is-the-Sweet-Spot-for-Selling-Redwood-House-of-Real-Estate-Blog.mp4 This winter may be the sweet spot for sellers. If you want to take advantage of that, let’s connect to put a plan in motion. Why This Winter Is the Sweet Spot for...
Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run Affordability, Buying Tips, Economy, For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Rates Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market factors are...
With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of year, your home can really stand out. Here's the thing: there are plenty of buyers out there who want to be in a new home by the holidays, and your house...
One major reason why we’re not heading toward a foreclosure crisis is the high level of equity homeowners have today. Unlike in the last housing bubble - where many homeowners owed more than their homes were worth - today’s homeowners have far more equity than debt. That’s a big part of the reason why even though mortgage debt is at an all-time high - this isn’t 2008 all over again. As Bill...
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