Black Friday is behind us and holiday gifts are flying off the shelves in stores and online. Unlike last year, however, there’s another type of buyer that is very active this winter – the homebuyer. Each month, ShowingTime releases their Showing Index, which tracks the average number of appointments received on active U.S. house listings. The latest index revealed: […]
It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today – whether it’s your starter home or just one you’ve fallen in love with along the way – might not be your forever home. The good news is, it’s okay to admit if your house no longer fits your needs. According to the […]
By Steve Brown (https://rismedia.com/2019/07/02/home-sellers-weepy-deal/) (TNS)—You’ve heard of seller’s remorse, but seller’s tears? More than a third of people who’ve sold their homes say they have shed tears over the experience. Consumers’ polled by Zillow rank peddling their properties as one of their most stressful events—along with getting fired or planning a big wedding. Zillow quizzed […]
1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing, and able to purchase, and are in the market right now. More often than not, in many areas of the country, multiple buyers are competing […]
Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to list their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack the top reasons why listing your house now or keeping it on the market this winter may be the […]
Inventory on the market today is low, especially among existing homes in the entry and middle-level tiers of the market. It is hovering well below the 6-month supply typically found in a more normal market, as shown in the graph below:With inventory being one of the biggest housing market challenges today, finding a starter home right now isn’t […]
Why list your house in the winter? Many sellers believe spring is the best time to put their homes on the market because buyer demand traditionally increases at that time of year. What they don’t realize is if every homeowner believes the same thing, then that’s when they’ll have the most competition. So, what’s the […]
Over the past 10+ years the housing market has stabilized, so what (if anything) is the biggest challenge in the housing market today? The answer is simple: it’s inventory.
With today’s advantages for buyers and sellers at different ends of the market, you need an expert on your side to help you navigate the ever-changing waters. Let’s connect and determine if you’re ready to make your next move.
