With home prices projected to increase 4.2 percent by November 2018, its a seller’s market. However, first time homebuyers can expect limited for-sale inventory for lower-priced homes.
Read More »Realtors Examine Impact of Tax Bill
A survey found that homebuyers are anxious to know the effects of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which some say may put upward pressure on home prices and mortgage rates on account of higher after-tax income.
Read More »The 10 Best U.S. Metros for Buying and Selling Homes
Which U.S. metros are the best locations for buyers and sellers? Which markets are overheated? Find out which markets are hot and which are cold.
Read More »Seller Confidence Gets a Boost
A solid March selling season has left sellers feeling pretty confident. A new report by Redfin finds sellers increasingly see themselves with more leverage in a sale. But not everyone thinks the tactics sellers are using are the smartest ones.
Read More »Helping Home Buyers and Sellers Be Prepared
As most Realtors know, helping a homeowner get their home in tip top condition before listing can significantly speed up a sale. In addition, consulting with buyers about their expectations and getting them pre-qualified for a loan will also expedite the process of house hunting.
Read More »Buyers vs. Sellers: Who has the Advantage?
This year has been dubbed as one the best in terms of home prices and sales, especially during the spring and summer seasons. One competition that has been in the balance for all eternity is the contest between buyers and sellers. It's the age-old competition in the history of the housing market, but only one can ultimately have the power.
Read More »Home Sellers’ Optimism Beats Urgency in Q3
As a sign that the housing market is returning to normal, sellers are more likely to be selling their homes due to life-cycle motivators like upgrading or downsizing rather than securing a home before interest rates are adjusted by the Federal Reserve.
Read More »Housing Market Favor is Shifting From Sellers to Buyers
Realtor.com economic research released Monday found that sellers' overall advantage in the market is being reduced and buyers are beginning to reap the benefits of growing home inventory.
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