If youâve never owned a home before, cleaning it from top to bottom for the first time can feel like a daunting task. Hereâs a guide to deep-cleaning your house.
Suddenly, a place that was perfect for you a decade or two ago might feel cavernous. If you're starting to dream about trading in your rambling old house for a smaller cottage or new condo, here are the steps youâll have to take.
Buyer Demand is StrongHome prices increased by 6.9%, from December 2021 to December 2022, according to Corelogic and they are still forecasting a 3% increase from December 2022 to December 2023. Rate "buy downs" are the story, according to Blacknight's Mortgage Monitor, as…
There's a general worldview that the younger generations will never be able to achieve homeownership because housing values have outpaced wage growth for decades. This is absolutely true, and we're not downplaying the seriousness of affordability issues ... but, actually,…
2023 Housing ForecastsNationally, home prices are showing some resiliency, as prices are starting to climb and price reductions are going down. It's too soon to tell what 2023 has in store as Realtor.com reported that 2022 ended with listings up 55%, homes sold faster as…
Real estate investing is gaining popularity, and if you've been giving it some thought, this guide will give you an overview. The goal of any real estate investor is typically to make money. This means purchasing an investment property at a good price so you can rent it out…
It's that time of year again -- when agents start taking stock of their business over the past several months and start deciding what next year is going to look like. Some agents thrive on business planning and don't need to be nudged to work on an outline for their…
Are you looking for ways to save energy and lower your utility bills? If so, you've come to the right place. In this blog post, we'll share seven tips that will help you save energy around your home. Implementing even a few of these tips can lead to significant savings over…
Wrapping up the year......As we wrap up the year mortgage rates moved lower, despite the 50 basispoint rate hike by the Fed. Inflation numbers came in lower, at 7.1%, but still far lower than the Fed target of 2%, which means the rate hikes are having an impact, just not…
