by Dan Matarazzo | Jan 17, 2023 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing...
by Dan Matarazzo | Jan 13, 2023 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights Buying a home is a major transaction that can seem even more complex when you don’t understand the terms used throughout the process. If you’re looking to become a homeowner this year, it’s important to know these housing terms and how they relate to...
by Dan Matarazzo | Dec 6, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time than this winter. Selling this season means you can take advantage of today’s strong sellers’ market when you make a move. Win When You Sell Right now, conditions are very favorable for...
by Dan Matarazzo | Dec 1, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game. The homebuying process, like chess, requires strategy and...
by Dan Matarazzo | Nov 30, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
There’s no denying the financial benefits of homeownership, but what’s often overlooked are the feelings of gratitude, security, pride, and comfort we get from owning a home. This year, those emotions are stronger than ever. We’ve lived through a time that has truly...
by Dan Matarazzo | Nov 29, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths
As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses their...