Monthly Archives: May 2019

The Ultimate Truth About Housing Affordability

There have been many headlines decrying an “affordability crisis” in the residential real estate market. While it is true that buying a home is less affordable than it had been…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 31, 2019

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2 Things You Need to Know To Properly Price Your Home

In today’s housing market, home prices are increasing at a slower pace (3.7%) than they have over the last eight years (6-7%). However, they are still are above historical norms.…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 30, 2019

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Top 5 Tips to Start the Search For Your Dream Home

In today’s real estate market, low inventory dominates the conversation in many areas of the country. It can often be frustrating to be a first-time homebuyer if you aren’t prepared.…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 29, 2019

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To Stage… or Not To Stage? That is the Question!

Written by Ann Rudd

May 28, 2019

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4 Most Popular Bottom Line Investments

Every year, Gallup surveys Americans to determine their choice for the best long-term investment. Respondents are given a choice between real estate, stocks, gold, and savings accounts. For the sixth year in a…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 24, 2019

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Boomerang Buyers are Coming Back to the Market

According to CoreLogic, from 2006 to 2014 “there were 7.3 million housing foreclosures and 1.9 million short sales.” The hesitation some Americans feel after experiencing a foreclosure brings to mind the…

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May 23, 2019

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Are Older Generations Really Not Selling Their Homes?

Many studies suggest one of the main reasons for the inventory shortage in today’s market of homes for sale is that older generations have chosen to “age in place” over moving. The…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 22, 2019

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Top Days to List Your Home for Sale

Written by Ann Rudd

May 20, 2019

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What is Really Happening with Home Prices?

Home values have softened over the last twelve months. We are no longer seeing 6-7% annual appreciation levels for the national housing market. The current numbers are closer to 4%.…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 17, 2019

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Four Tips For Making A Competitive Offer

So, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call ‘home,’ and you’ve finally found it! The price is right, and in such a competitive market, you want to make sure you…

Written by Ann Rudd

May 16, 2019

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