by admin | Oct 4, 2024 | Affordability, Home Prices, Infographics, Mortgage Rates
Some HighlightsAffordability is based on three key factors: mortgage rates, home prices, and wages.And today, it’s improving quickly as rates come down, prices level off, and wages climb. If you put your search on pause because it was too expensive to buy, connect...
by admin | Oct 3, 2024 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices
Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion. And as a buyer or seller, it’s easy to assume that means prices are coming down. But here’s the catch: those numbers don’t...
by admin | Sep 30, 2024 | Affordability, For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Rates
That’s right—according to a recent study from Zillow, in 22 of the 50 largest metro areas, monthly mortgage payments are now lower than rent payments (see chart below):As mortgage rates have eased off their recent peak, home prices have moderated, and inventory has...
by admin | Sep 25, 2024 | Buying Tips, Equity, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices
Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a question a lot of people have these days. And while what’s right for you is going to depend on a lot of different factors, here’s something you’ll want to consider as you make your decision.As soon as you buy,...
by admin | Sep 11, 2024 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices
If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. With so much information out there, it can be hard to figure out your next move.As a buyer, you might be worried about paying more than you should. And if you’re...
by admin | Sep 9, 2024 | For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory
There are a number of reasons you may be thinking about selling your house. And as you weigh your options, you may find you’re unsure how you’re going to deal with one thing about today’s housing market – and that’s affordability. If that’s your biggest concern,...