Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on February 1, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage.

If you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. When selling anything, you always hope for strong demand for the item coupled with a limited supply. That maximizes your leverage when you’re negotiating the sale. Home sellers are in that exact situation right now. Here’s why. Demand Is Very Strong According to the latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 6.18 million homes were sold in 2021. This was the largest number of home sales in 15 years. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for...

When a House Becomes a Home

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage.

It’s clear that owning a home makes financial sense. But lately, the emotional side of what drives homeownership is becoming increasingly important. No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a familiar scent or a favorite chair, the feel-good connections to our own homes can be more important to us than the financial ones. Here are some of the reasons why. 1. Owning your home is an accomplishment worth celebrating You’ve put in a lot of work to achieve the dream of homeownership, and whether it’s your first home or your fifth,...

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Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in Holidays, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Time-sensitive, Uncategorized.

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Key Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage.

Once you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. It’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating your new place, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any major life changes, be sure to consult your lender – someone who’s qualified to explain how your financial decisions may impact your home loan. Here’s a list of things you shouldn’t do after applying for a mortgage. They’re all important to know – or simply just good reminders – for the process. 1. Don’t Deposit Cash...

5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage.

As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an offer on a home, remember these five easy tips to help you rise above the competition. 1. Know Your Budget Knowing your budget and what you can afford is critical to your success as a homebuyer. The best way to understand your numbers is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a loan. As Freddie Mac puts it: “This pre-approval allows you to look for a home with greater confidence and demonstrates to the seller that you are a serious buyer.” Showing...

Expert Insights on the 2022 Housing Market

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Pricing.

As we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next? Will there be more homes available to buy? Will prices keep climbing? How high will mortgage rates go? For the answer to those questions and more, we turn to the experts. Here’s a look at what they say we can expect in 2022. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist, First American: “Consensus forecasts put rates at about 3.7% by the end of next year. So, that’s still historically low, but certainly higher than they are today.” Danielle Hale, Chief Economist, realtor.com: “Affordability will increasingly be a challenge...

Why Selling Your House with a Real Estate Professional Is Essential

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Myths.

Selling your house is no simple task. And when you sell on your own – known as a FSBO (or For Sale by Owner) – you’re responsible for handling some of the more difficult aspects of the process without the expert guidance you need. The 2021 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) surveys homeowners who recently sold their house on their own and asks what difficulties they faced. Those sellers say some of the biggest headaches are prepping their house for sale, pricing it right, and handling the required paperwork. Working with an agent is the best way...

Here’s to a Wonderful 2022!

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in Holidays, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Time-sensitive, Uncategorized.

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The Perks of Putting 20% Down on a Home

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on January 1, 2022. Posted in Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage.

If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the purchase price, or could you put down less? While there are lower down payment programs available that allow qualified buyers to put down as little as 3.5%, it’s important to understand the many perks that come with a 20% down payment. Here are four reasons why putting 20% down may be a great option if it works within your budget. 1. Your Interest Rate May Be Lower A 20% down payment vs. a 3-5% down payment shows your lender you’re more financially stable and not a large...

How To Think Strategically as a Buyer in Today’s Market

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on December 1, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage.

The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game. The homebuying process, like chess, requires strategy and planning. Here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure your plan is as strong as possible when you begin your home search. Pre-Approval: the Best Opening Play To Make as a Homebuyer It’s important to have a great opening play when you’re buying a home. And the best move you can make when you begin your home search is getting...

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