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    Existing Home Sales Point Toward A good Time To Sell

    By Ann Rudd | August 6, 2019

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    How To Judge The Impact Of The Next Economic Slowdown On Housing

    By Ann Rudd | August 5, 2019

    We’ve experienced economic growth for almost a decade, which is the longest recovery in the nation’s history. Experts know a recession can’t be too far off, but when will this economic slowdown actually occur? Pulsenomics just released a special report revealing that nearly 6 out of 10 of the 90 economists, investment strategists, and market analysts surveyed believe... Read More

    Why Now is the Perfect Time to Sell You House

    By Ann Rudd | August 2, 2019

    As a homeowner, it’s always tempting to dream about the next big project you’re going to tackle. The possibilities are endless. Should I renovate? Should I refinance? Should I stay? Should I move? The list goes on and on. In today’s housing market, it’s actually a great time to shift your thoughts toward selling your... Read More

    How To Increase Your Equity Over The Next 5 Years

    By Ann Rudd | August 1, 2019

    Many of the questions currently surrounding the real estate industry focus on home prices and where they are heading. The most recent Home Price Expectation Survey (HPES) helps target these projected answers. Here are the results from the Q2 2019 Survey: Home values will appreciate by 4.1% in 2019 The average annual appreciation will be 3.2% over the... Read More

    3 Expert Insights On Inventory In The Current Market

    By Ann Rudd | July 31, 2019

    The current housing landscape presents greater home values, low interest rates, and high buyer demand. All of these factors point to the strong market forecasted to continue throughout the rest of the year. There is, however, one thing that may cause the industry to tap the brakes: an overall lack of housing inventory. Buyer demand naturally increases during the... Read More

    3 Powerful Reasons To Buy A Home Now

    By Ann Rudd | July 29, 2019

    Whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to move up to the home of your dreams, now is a great time to purchase a home. Here are three major reasons to buy today. 1. Affordability Many people focus solely on price when talking about home affordability. Since home prices have appreciated throughout the past... Read More

    Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Three Things To Know Today

    By Ann Rudd | July 26, 2019

    Shifting trends and industry-leading research are pointing toward some valuable projections about the status of the housing market for the rest of the year. If you’re thinking of buying or selling, or if you just want to know what experts are saying is on the horizon, here are the top three things to put on... Read More

    What Experts Are Saying About The Current Housing Market

    By Ann Rudd | July 25, 2019

    We’re halfway through the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the experts predict for the second half of 2019. Here’s what some have to say: Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com “Lower mortgage rates, higher wages and more homes for sale have helped counteract... Read More

    The Cost Of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition

    By Ann Rudd | July 24, 2019

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    Is Renting Right For Me?

    By Ann Rudd | July 23, 2019

    If you’re currently renting and have dreams of owning your own home, it may be a good time to think about your next move. With rent costs rising annually and many helpful down payment assistance programs available, homeownership may be closer than you realize. According to the 2018 Bank of America Homebuyer Insights Report, 74% of renters plan... Read More