Real Estate

Even though data shows inflation is cooling, a lot of people are still
feeling the pinch on their wallets. And those high costs on everything from
gas to groceries are fueling unnecessary concerns that more people are
going to have trouble making their mortgage payments. But, does that mean
there’s a big wave of foreclosures coming?

Want to know the biggest mistakes homebuyers are making today? They include
everything from putting off pre-approval for too long, holding out for the
perfect home, buying more than they can afford, and skipping out on hiring
a pro. Let’s connect to make sure you have a pro on your side who can help
you avoid these mistakes.

An interesting trend is happening in the housing market. People are
increasingly moving to more affordable areas, and remote or hybrid work is
helping them do it.

Some of the biggest mistakes homebuyers are making right now are putting
off pre-approval, holding out for perfection, and buying more than they can
afford. The best way to avoid making these mistakes? Hire an agent who
knows today’s market and how to help you navigate it.

If you’ve already applied for a mortgage, there are some things you’ll want
to avoid doing. So, contact your loan officer before making any financial
moves or decisions. 

There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if
you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe
you put your search on hold because the challenges in today’s market felt
like too much to tackle. You’re not alone in that. A Bright MLS study
found some of the top reasons buyers paused their search in late 2023 and
early 2024 were:

If your house falls into this category, it’s important to consider making
selective updates to help it appeal to buyers, so it sells faster. But how
do you know where to spend your time and money?

If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably
a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage
rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And,
you’re juggling how all of those things will impact the choice you’ll make.

Radon testing is an often-overlooked part of typical home inspections, but
for many buyers a lack of radon testing, or mitigation, can be a
dealbreaker.