There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of buying a home are important, the non-financial and emotional reasons are too. Home means something different to all of us. Whether it’s sharing memories with loved ones at the kitchen...
The 2022 housing market has been defined by two key things: inflation and rapidly rising mortgage rates. And in many ways, it’s put the market into a reset position. As the Federal Reserve (the Fed) made moves this year to try to lower inflation, mortgage rates more than doubled – something that’s never happened before in a calendar year. This had a cascading impact on...
If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a big boost over the past few years thanks to rapidly rising home prices. Here’s how it happened and what it means for you, even as the market moderates. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. Because there was a significant imbalance between the number of homes available for sale and the number of buyers looking to...
If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be selling your house and finding a home that more closely fits your needs. Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about when making that decision. Consider How Long You’ve Been in...
https://youtu.be/f4nDjU4G1x8 Wednesday Update: Seattle's Eastside Residential Market Update for the week of 12/14/22. This Eastside Real Estate Market Update encompasses the cities of Bellevue, Bothell, Carnation, Clyde Hill, Duvall, Fall City, Issaquah, Kirkland, Kenmore, Medina, Mercer Island, Newcastle, North Bend, Redmond, Sammamish and Woodinville THE NUMBERS: Active Listings reached their...
https://youtu.be/f4nDjU4G1x8 Wednesday Update: Seattle's Eastside Residential Market Update for the week of 12/14/22. This Eastside Real Estate Market Update encompasses the cities of Bellevue, Bothell, Carnation, Clyde Hill, Duvall, Fall City, Issaquah, Kirkland, Kenmore, Medina, Mercer Island, Newcastle, North Bend, Redmond, Sammamish and Woodinville THE NUMBERS: Active Listings reached their...
Did the frequency and intensity of bidding wars over the past two years make you put your home search on hold? If so, you should know the hyper competitive market has cooled this year as buyer demand has moderated and housing supply has grown. Those two factors combined mean you may see less competition from other buyers. And with less competition comes more opportunity....
At first glance, the increase in housing supply compared to last year may not sound like good news for prospective sellers, but it actually gives you two key opportunities in today’s housing market. An article from Calculated Risk helps put the inventory gains the market has seen in 2022 into perspective by comparing it to recent years (see graph below). It shows...
Some Highlights If you’re planning to make a move but aren’t sure if now’s the right time, here are a few reasons why you shouldn’t wait to sell your house. The supply of homes for sale, while growing, is still low today. Plus, serious buyers are out looking right now, and many are hoping to avoid falling into the rental trap for another year. Let’s...
There are many people thinking about buying a home, but with everything affecting the economy, some are wondering if it’s a smart decision to buy now or if it makes more sense to wait it out. As Bob Broeksmit, President and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), explains: “The desire for homeownership is strong. Many prospective buyers are waiting for the volatility in...
https://youtu.be/oDNrLp1wFMA Wednesday Update: Seattle's Eastside Residential Market Update for the week of 12/7/22. This Eastside Update encompasses the cities of Bellevue, Bothell, Carnation, Clyde Hill, Duvall, Fall City, Issaquah, Kirkland, Kenmore, Medina, Mercer Island, Newcastle, North Bend, Redmond, Sammamish and Woodinville Holiday Cheers returns to the Real Estate Market this week. Watch...
There’s no doubt buying a home today is different than it was over the past couple of years, and the shift in the market has led to advantages for buyers today. Right now, there are specific reasons that make this housing market attractive for those who’ve thought about buying but have sidelined their search due to rising mortgage rates. Buying a home in any market is a personal...
https://youtu.be/Og1N-TGPL3E In this video, we're going to share with you the top three numbers you need to know when it comes to understanding the Seattle area's real estate market and home prices. If you're looking to buy or sell a property in the Seattle area, then you need to have a good understanding of the market condition and their effect on home prices. In this video, we're going to share with...
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this year, you may have questions about what’s happening with home prices today as the market cools. In the simplest sense, nationally, experts don’t expect prices to come crashing down, but the level of home price moderation will depend on factors like supply and demand in each local market. That means, moving...
November statistics from Northwest Multiple Listing Service surprised few brokers. They point to holidays, inclement weather, and various economic factors for prompting pauses in listing and sales activity. Nonetheless, several industry leaders commented on positive signs, fueled in part by pent-up demand and evidence of easing inflation pressures. “Determined buyers are purchasing homes, with...
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There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher now than they were last year. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, this may be top of mind for you. That’s because those higher rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. As you set out to make a purchase this winter, you’ll need to be strategic so you can find a home that meets your needs...
Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. This list will help you get started, but don’t forget, a real estate professional will provide other helpful tips based on your specific situation. Let’s connect so you have advice on what you may want to do to get your house ready to sell...
If you’re a young adult, you may be thinking about your goals and priorities for the months and years ahead. And if homeownership ranks high on your goal sheet, you’re in good company. Many of your peers are also pursuing their dream of owning a home. The 2022 Millennial & Gen Z Borrower Sentiment Report from Maxwell says: “Many young adults have demonstrated...
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