It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing.

Some Highlights Due to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen. Sellers can benefit from more offers to pick from, higher home values, and a faster sales process. That might be why 73% of people believe it’s a good time to sell. Sellers, don’t miss out on this unique opportunity. Let’s connect so you can take advantage of this hot sellers’ market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022?

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing.

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year. Here are the latest percentages showing the year-over-year increase in home price appreciation: The House Price Index (HPI) from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA): 18.8% The S. National Home Price Index from S&P Case-Shiller: 18.6% The Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic: 18% The dramatic increases are seen at every price point and in...

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing.

Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separate fact from fiction. Trust the pros. If you want to understand why it’s still a good time to buy, let’s connect today. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in Distressed Properties, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing, Short Sales.

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time (see graph below), that’s little comfort to those individuals who are facing challenges today.If you haven’t taken advantage of the forbearance period, it may be time to research and understand your options. It starts with knowing what foreclosure is. Investopedia defines it like this: “Foreclosure is the legal process by which a lender...

5 Reasons Today’s Housing Market Is Anything but Normal

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in Featured, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing.

There are many headlines out there that claim we’re reverting to a more normal real estate market. That would indicate the housing market is returning to the pre-pandemic numbers we saw from 2015-2019. But that’s not happening. The market is still extremely vibrant as demand is still strong even while housing supply is slowly returning. Here’s the definition of normal from the Merriam-Webster Dictionary: “conforming to a type, standard, or regular pattern: characterized by that which is considered usual, typical, or routine.” Using this definition, here are five housing industry metrics that...

Your Agent Is Key When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Infographics, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing.

Some Highlights Pricing your house right takes market experience and expertise. To find the best list price, your agent balances current market demand, values of homes in your neighborhood, where prices are headed, and your home’s condition. If you’re ready to sell, don’t guess on the price. Let’s connect today so we price your house to attract multiple offers and maximize your return on investment. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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