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How to Navigate the Shifting Housing Market

It's undeniable that the real estate market has been hot over the last couple of years, with low inventory across the boards and high competition among buyers. However, the market now seems to be making a bit of a shift. After three years, the inventory of homes for sale has finally increased for the first time since June 2019, with newly listed homes up 6.3% nationally compared to a year ago. 

While sellers are still listing at rates 6.4% lower than the pre-pandemic years from 2017 to 2019, the market is in the process of making major shifts. It's still a seller's market right now, but for how much longer? As a first-time homebuyer or even a seasoned homebuyer, it's important to keep up with…

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Expert Forecast: Predictions for the Rest of the 2022 Real Estate Market

Rarely have rising interest rates been seen as a good thing in real estate circles. But in the current seller's market, higher mortgage financing rates are viewed as a potential solution to runaway price appreciation in many markets across the country. However, few experts believe that rate increases will substantially reduce the current demand, nor can higher rates be expected to affect sales numbers to any great extent, at least for the second half of this year. 

Higher prices and an increasingly short supply of homes have caused some buyers to be effectively priced out of the market. The existing increase in rental prices only serves to accentuate the problem.…

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The reasons why people move are endless. It could be for a new job, school, or the desire to finally pursue your lifelong dream of moving to California. Some people also move for lifestyle reasons. Maybe you’re about to become an empty nester, or maybe you’re preparing to welcome your first or second child, and you need more space. The reasons to buy a home or sell your home are plentiful. In this post, we will go over the differences and advantages of stand-alone home living versus condo living, so you can choose the one that is best for you.

Condo Living vs. Stand-Alone Home Living: Key Differences

Stand-alone homes come in a wide array of sizes and styles. Condos also have a bit of variety but mostly comprise single units…

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