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Inventory of Homes For Sale Increases Significantly
Buyers have endured a difficult several years since the pandemic due to high demand and low inventory. But the data says that the tides are beginning to change. There are simply more homes up for grabs this year. The graph below shows the latest data from Realtor.com: in April 2024, there were significantly more properties…
Read MoreHomebuyers Are Still More Active Than Usual
Even though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of years, that doesn’t mean today’s market is at a standstill. In reality, buyer traffic is still strong today. The ShowingTime Showing Index is a measure of the frequency with which buyers are touring homes. The…
Read MoreThe Best Time To Sell Your House Is When Others Aren’t Selling
If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know the number of homes for sale right now is low. That’s because, this season, there are fewer sellers listing their houses for sale than the norm. Looking back at every April since 2017, the only year when fewer sellers listed their homes was in April…
Read MoreBuyer Activity Is Up Despite Higher Mortgage Rates
If you’re a homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s the good news. Even with higher mortgage rates, buyer traffic is actually picking up speed. Data from the latest Showing Time Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring homes, helps paint…
Read MoreThink Twice Before Waiting for Lower Home Prices
As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you’ve likely heard something in the news or on social media about a price crash on the horizon.…
Read MoreFalling out of Love with Your House? It May Be Time To Move
Owning a home means having a place that’s solely your own and provides the space, features, and location you and your loved ones need. But what happens when your needs change? If this hits home for you, it may be time to make a move. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report…
Read MoreHomebuyer Activity Shows Signs of Warming Up for Spring
The spring season appears to be warming up in housing as more and more buyers enter the market. And after rising mortgage rates sidelined so many buyers last year, that’s a good sign for sellers. Realtor.com has the latest: “Spring is officially here, and like green shoots emerging from the bleak winter, new data suggests…
Read More4 Key Tips for Selling Your House This Spring
Spring has arrived, and that means more and more people are getting their homes ready to sell. But with recent shifts in real estate, this year’s spring housing market will be different from the frenzy of the past several years. To sell your house quickly, without hassles, and for the most money, be sure to…
Read More2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring
A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you’re planning to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts are saying you should keep in mind. 1. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling Houses that are updated…
Read More9 Dos and Don’ts for Choosing the Best Front Door Color
Ready for a front door refresh but not sure where to start? Look to these expert color tips and discover the perfect hue for your home. Your front door color shouldn’t be an afterthought. After all, it’s the first thing people see when they visit your home. The front entry should serve as a welcoming…
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