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    First Time Buyer Mistakes

    By Sue Carter | July 22, 2024

    The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Right Now Tips For Buyers Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there’s a lot to consider. But, there’s one way to avoid getting tripped up – and that’s leaning on a real estate agent for the... Read More

    By Sue Carter | April 1, 2024

    Do You Need a Buyer’s Agent? A buyer’s agent is a real estate professional who represents the interests of the buyer in a real estate transaction. The role of a buyer’s agent is to help the buyer find a property that meets their needs and budget, and to negotiate the best possible price and terms... Read More

    Winning Offers in a Seller’s Market

    By Sue Carter | March 16, 2021

    How to Make a Winning Offer on a Home Today’s homebuyers are faced with a strong sellers’ market, which means there are a lot of active buyers competing for a relatively low number of available homes. As a result, it’s essential to understand how to make a confident and competitive offer on your dream home. Here are five... Read More

    Competition In Today’s Housing Market

    By Sue Carter | March 14, 2021

    How to Be a Competitive Buyer in Today’s Housing Market Some Highlights With so few houses for sale today, it’s important to be prepared when you’re ready to buy a home. Meeting with your lender early, knowing your must-haves and nice-to-haves, preparing for a bidding war, and keeping your emotions in check are all ways to gain confidence in... Read More

    Where Have All the Houses Gone?

    By Sue Carter | February 23, 2021

    In today’s housing market, it seems harder than ever to find a home to buy. Before the health crisis hit us a year ago, there was already a shortage of homes for sale. When many homeowners delayed their plans to sell at the same time that more buyers aimed to take advantage of record-low mortgage... Read More

    Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021?

    By Sue Carter | February 18, 2021

    With mortgage interest rates hitting record lows so many times recently, some are wondering if we’ll see low rates continue throughout 2021, or if they’ll start to rise. Recently, Freddie Mac released their quarterly forecast, noting: “The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hit a record low over a dozen times in 2020 and the low interest rate environment is projected to continue... Read More

    Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?

    By Sue Carter | February 3, 2021

    Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump the brakes. Today, there’s still a common myth that you have to... Read More

    Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One

    By Sue Carter | January 20, 2021

    If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to the experts, in many cases, it’s still more affordable... Read More

    Did You Outgrow Your Home in 2020?

    By Sue Carter | December 27, 2020

    It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today – whether it’s your starter home or just one you’ve fallen in love with along the way – might not be your forever home. Many needs have changed in 2020, and it’s okay to admit if your house no longer fits your lifestyle.... Read More

    Winter Will Bring a Flurry of Activity to the Housing Market

    By Sue Carter | December 14, 2020

    In the second half of this year, the housing market surged with activity. Today, real estate experts are looking ahead to the winter season and the forecast is anything but chilly. As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), notes: “It will be one of the best winter sales years ever.” The typical winter slowdown in the housing... Read More