by Dan Matarazzo | Nov 8, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today. And since experts project rates will rise further in the coming months, that conversation isn’t...
by Dan Matarazzo | Nov 3, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit the lowest point ever recorded, and they’ve hovered in...
by Dan Matarazzo | Nov 2, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
With mortgage rates climbing above 3% for the first time in months, serious buyers are more motivated than ever to find a home before the end of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it best, saying: “Housing...
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by Dan Matarazzo | Oct 29, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you...
by Dan Matarazzo | Oct 28, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused homes throughout the country to appreciate at a much faster rate than what we’ve experienced historically. There are many reasons for the limited...
by Dan Matarazzo | Oct 26, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inventory is still low, there are a few important things to understand about the supply of homes for sale as we move into the end of the year. The Number of Homes for...
