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Is It Enough To Offer Asking Price in Today’s Housing Market?

If you’re planning to buy a home this season, you’re probably thinking about what you’ll need to do to get your offer accepted. In previous years, it was common for buyers to try and determine how much less than the asking price they could offer to still get the home. The buyer and seller would then negotiate and typically agree on a revised price that was somewhere between the buyer’s bid and the home’s initial asking price. In today’s real estate market, buyers shouldn’t shop for a home with the same expectations. Things Are Different Today Today’s housing market is anything but normal. According...

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Myths About Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re planning to buy or sell a home today, it’s important to be aware of common misconceptions. Whether it’s timing your purchase as a buyer based on home prices and mortgage rates or knowing what to upgrade or repair before listing your house as a seller, it takes a professional to guide you through those decisions. Let’s connect so you have an expert to help separate fact from fiction in today’s housing market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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Why This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To Pop

Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds that over 86% of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream. Prior to the 1950s, less than half of the country owned their own home. However, after World War II, many returning veterans used the benefits afforded by the GI Bill to purchase a home. Since then, the percentage of homeowners throughout the country has increased to the current rate of 65.5%. That strong desire for homeownership has kept home values appreciating ever since. The...

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How To Approach Rising Mortgage Rates as a Buyer

In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning the timing of your home search, the truth is, timing has never been more important. Even though you may be tempted to put your plans on hold in hopes that rates will fall, waiting will only cost you more. Mortgage rates are forecast to continue rising in the year ahead. If you’re thinking of buying a home, here are a few things to keep in mind so you can succeed even as mortgage rates rise. How Rising Mortgage Rates Impact You Mortgage rates play a significant...

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Florida Mortgage | What are experts saying about today’s mortgage rates

Florida Mortgage | What are experts saying about today’s mortgage rates It’s essential to know what experts are saying about today’s rising mortgage rates. Let’s connect so we can discuss why making your move sooner rather than later could be your best plan. NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

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Florida Mortgage | How the Appraisal and Inspection Empower You as a Homebuyer

Florida Mortgage | How the Appraisal and Inspection Empower You as a Homebuyer Even in today’s competitive market, it’s important not to waive an appraisal or inspection. Let’s connect so you can feel empowered when you submit an offer on the home of your dreams.NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

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Florida Mortgage | The Spring Homebuying Season Is in Full Bloom

Florida Mortgage | The Spring Homebuying Season Is in Full Bloom Spring is the most popular time to buy a home, making it a great time to sell. Let’s connect so you can take advantage of the spring buying season.NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

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There Are Several Great Reasons To Consider Buying a Condo Today

If you’re a first-time buyer looking to break into the housing market but struggling to find a home to buy, condominiums (or condos) could be a great alternative for you. Here are a few reasons condos may be something you’ll want to consider. Exploring Condos Could Add Options That Fit Your Budget Supply challenges are a reality across the board in today’s housing market. Broadening your home search to include condos could increase your overall pool of options. Just keep in mind, condos generally differ from single-family homes in average space and floorplans. In a recent article, Bankrate...

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