Archive for Homeaffordability

Preparing to buy: 8 things to consider before purchasing a home

Whether it’s your first time buying a home or you’ve done it many times before, there are always unexpected hurdles and things we wish we’d known sooner. The experience of buying a home can vary greatly depending on market conditions, …

Lowest Rates in Months After Inflation Data

By: Matthew Graham

December 13, 2022

There aren’t many scheduled economic reports that are as hotly anticipated as was today’s Consumer Price Index (CPI).  The market’s reaction more than validated the anticipation.  What does all this mean for rates?

Inflation …

Is it a Bad Time to Buy a Home?

Is now a good time to buy?

It can’t be both a great time to sell and an awesome time to buy at the same time. It is a tough time to buy, but things are getting better.Buying a home as an investment in your future

Mortgage rates …

“Marry the House, Date the Rate!”

I read this today and I am adopting as my new slogan!

The press seems consumed with the idea of a recession in 2023 or 2024… which would mean:Marry the House, Date the Rate

  1. We’ll hear about it for another year or two, and this

What did 2021 tell us about buying a home?

If I was to look back at 2021 and come up with what gave most prospective homeowners the edge they need to close a deal on a home I would give you these ideas.

  1. Competitive Offers Close Deals

Just like …

Why The “Good Enough” Home May Be The Right Choice

How about not buying the perfect home but finding one that is “good enough”?  Buying the right home that doesn’t break your budget can help lay a solid financial foundation.  It is better to see buyers purchase a home …

Appraisal Gap Options for Buyers and Sellers in a High-Demand Market

Today’s purchase market is like one we have never seen. High demand and low inventory are driving purchase prices well above the list price. With this demand, buyers are paying more than the appraised value.

If an appraisal comes in …

How to Navigate the Bidding Wars When Buying a Home! Part 1

This is Part 1 of 2 on how to navigate the bidding wars when purchasing a home.

The pandemic has shown individuals and families that they need more space to “work from home” (WFH).  More Americans see the value of …

Thinking About Selling Your Home?

It is important to understand the typical costs when selling your home.  Many real estate professionals will be happy to give you a Market Analysis on your home to establish value.  If you ask, they will also give you an …

Two Reasons Why People are Buying a Home in the Middle of a Pandemic!

Someone just sent me a joke and I think it is worthy of sharing since this year is one for the record books (in a bad way).  If 2020 was a math problem, it would go like this…….If a canoe …