Direct Successful Video MeetingsSales that involve long-distance transactions have increased, so more agents are arranging video meetings with buyers, sellers and other involved parties. Common topics include contingencies, pricing, and closing and move-in dates. It's...
Home Prices Rise in the Midwest, FloridaUnexpectedly strong home sales at the start of this year reversed a sharp decline in home prices. Unpredictable mortgage rates are a main factor, cooling off from last fall's 7% and higher rates.Home prices nationally rose 0.16%...
March Mortgage Rates Head SouthWhile volatility within the banking sector rattled some nerves, there was a silver lining for home buyers: lower mortgage interest rates.According to Freddie Mac, rates for 30-year, fixed-rate mortgages fell from 6.73% to 6.6% during the...
Girls Just Wanna Have EquityAs we celebrate Women's History Month, don't forget to celebrate the rise in home ownership achieved by women through the years. Last year, this number surpassed 52%, which outpaced that of single men by around 2%.Over the last 30 years,...
Reasons for Buyer Remorse...and How to Prevent ItEven though the 2022 real estate market was challenging due to low inventory and rising mortgage rates, it didn't stop thousands of moves. While there are plenty of happy new home owners, many felt that they didn't make...
HUD Announces Cheaper FHA Mortgage Insurance PremiumsHere's some good news for your prospective buyers, especially those worried about affordability.Recently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a 30-basis point reduction to the annual...
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