A blog for your new home journey
Tag: housing market
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Should I Sell My House Now?
Read moreThe decision to sell your house is a big one. There are a lot of factors to ponder when weighing the pros and cons of taking this step. In addition to market conditions, your family’s lifestyle is an important consideration. Read on to see some other elements to mull over when asking yourself, “Should I sell my house now?”
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New Home or Resale?
Read moreThe tight resale housing market has many prospective homebuyers considering purchasing a new home in the new year. But limited inventory and avoiding bidding wars are just a few of the advantages of buying a brand-new home. Read on for help answering the age-old question: New home or resale?
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Individual vs. Master planned communities
Read moreWhen searching for a brand-new home, did you know that there are different types of neighborhoods to consider? Large master planned communities have an overarching developer and tend to have more amenities. Smaller enclaves may also have amenities, plus an environment you may enjoy. We’re breaking down the differences in this article to give you a great starting point on your next neighborhood search.
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3 Ways to Make Today’s Mortgage Interest Rates Work for You
Read moreWondering if now is the right time to make a move? Today’s mortgage interest rates are very attractive, and we’ve detailed three ways in which you can leverage them to buy the home of your dreams. Read more.
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What is an Inventory Home?
Read moreYou might imagine the experience of buying your dream home as starting with an empty lot, picking every feature from the layout of the floor plan to the color of the drapes, and then settling in to wait while your home is built completely from scratch. It’s a time-honored process that works wonders for many, […]
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Real Estate Trends to Jump On
Read moreSo many exciting trends are happening in real estate! Here are just a few to think about when you’re in the market for a new home. Homes with smaller footprints The tiny house movement takes this trend to an extreme, but even more traditional homebuyers are considering floor plans with a smaller footprint. This may […]
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First Steps for Buying a Home After Foreclosure
Read moreIt’s already been a decade since the start of the Great Recession, and many former homeowners sidelined by foreclosure are ready to jump back in the market. If you’re one of them, first of all, hooray! Secondly, we’ve listed a few good first steps to help you navigate the process of buying after foreclosure. We […]
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Getting Ahead of the Bidding War Game
Read morePicture this. A home goes up for sale in a sought-after neighborhood. Maybe it’s located in a well-rated school district or offers an ideal commute to work. You see that the home is in your range and try to beat the competition with a fast offer above asking price (this isn’t the first home you’ve […]
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Which Homebuilder is the Best?
Read moreJust starting your new home search? Well, you may soon realize that not all homebuilders are created equal. Don’t assume every builder offers the same standard home features and options. Instead, do a little house-hunting homework. Here are some questions to keep in mind when comparing various homebuilders: How long have you been in business? […]
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Contracting on a New Home in the Fall
Read moreWhy October is a great time to buy The leaves are falling, the telltale pumpkin spices are in the air, and homebuyers are making their moves. What makes this season a great time to take the leap into homeownership? Let’s find out now… Avoid the holiday rush When you have a mile-long gift list and […]
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What is a Seller’s Market in Real Estate?
Read moreIn real estate, a “seller’s market” occurs when the demand for housing exceeds the supply. This often results in multiple buyers competing for a single home. Cue the bidding wars… A seller’s market is obviously an ideal time to sell your home—especially if you have built up a lot of equity. But is it the […]
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What Are House Hunters Looking for in 2016?
Read moreFrom dedicated laundry rooms and outdoor living spaces to eat-in kitchens and walk-in pantries, here’s a look at the top structural items on homebuyers’ wish lists—plus a few more desirable features like exterior lighting, garage storage and hardwood floors. Check out our handy infographic and feel free to share it! If you like this post, don’t […]
