Housing Market Turned out Tiring to Home Buyers

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Homebuyers are feeling pretty discouraged by the housing market these days. According to the latest Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index, just 35% of consumers believe now is an excellent time to buy a home, down from 47% in April. And those who believe it is wrong to be a homebuyer increased to 56% from […]

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With Rents on the Rise – Is Now the Time to Buy?

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According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. As it notes: “Beyond simply recovering to pre-pandemic levels, rents across the country are surging. Typically, rents fluctuate less than […]

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How Did the Pandemic Mortgage Boom Change the Market?

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Mortgage experts Ann Thompson and Christian Wallace share how the pandemic changed the mortgage market, along with a few insights about generational buying trends, home affordability, and which cities are benefitting from ‘the great reshuffling.’ Here’s what they said: First, refinancing activity will slow down. Thompson said refinancing activity would slow by the third quarter […]

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Managing Buyer Expectations in A Seller’s Market! How to Prepare Your Clients for Competition?

Managing Buyer Expectations in A Seller’s Market! How to Prepare Your Clients for Competition?

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Single-family homes are moving quickly, and condos change hands at a similarly increased rate. According to Anna Sherrill, she has seen a difference of more than 80% in terms of available inventory. It’s a seller’s market—and for buyers, an environment like this can feel tense. Every offer faces stiff competition, and the odds aren’t necessarily […]

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Should You Rent A House or An Apartment?

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Deciding whether to rent an apartment or a house can be a tough decision for some renters. There are certain advantages and disadvantages to each option. The renter should carefully consider these points when making his decision. Whether or not an apartment rental or a home rental is ideal for a particular renter will largely […]

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