Happy New Year! The start of the year is always an exciting time. It’s a chance to plan for the future and look back on the past year. In this article, we’ll take a look at how the real estate market ended and where it’s headed. With all the housing news in 2019 – from low interest rates to talk of a potential recession – what does it mean if you’re planning to buy or sell a home this year?
For most people, the most important question to answer with the way you hold title is about who you want to inherit your property.
The busy holiday season is behind us and 2020 has arrived! It’s a good month to establish new habits that enhance and simplify life. To help start the year off right, we’ve put together a short video to share with your clients to keep their home running smoothly.
Considering buying a home in 2020? With the new year fast approaching, it’s a great time to begin planning. From first-time homebuyers to those looking to upgrade, there are several steps you can take to help ensure a successful purchase in the future.
If there’s one thing predictable about the real estate industry, it is that it is unpredictable. Here are a few predictions from Gary Scott and Larry “Boomer” Foster, presidents of Long & Foster on the outlook for the real estate market for 2020.
As interest rates go up (or down), a lot of attention is paid to the effect changing rates can have on the housing market. If you’re planning to purchase a home, it is important to understand each of the components that make up a mortgage payment, which can help you determine a monthly payment with which you are comfortable.
Last week, we shared with you how much a percentage point can be worth on your mortgage. This week, we’re going to discuss down-payment options and how to balance your down payment and cash reserves.
Ready or not, the holidays, cold weather (and maybe snow) will be here before we know it. This month’s checklist includes some items to do now to prepare your home for the holidays and winter weather ahead.
Mortgage rates have been historically low for years, and every indication is that they are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Learn how you can benefit from low mortgage rates in our two-part blog article.
If low mortgage rates have you thinking about buying or selling, continue reading to learn why the holiday season can be a great time to do so.