After another crazy year of record-breaking numbers for real estate, everyone is wondering the same thing: is the housing market slowing down?Media chatter of foreclosure crises and housing bubbles has dominated the news for months. More likely than not, you and your clients may be feeling a little confused about what lies ahead. In times like these, it’s important to remember this: context is everything. So, here’s what you need to know so you can help your Read More

If you’ve been in your home for longer than five years, you’re not alone. According to recent data from First American, homeowners are staying put much longer than historical averages (see graph below): As the graph shows, before 2008, homeowners sold their houses after an average of just five years. Today, that number has more than doubled to over 10 years. The housing industry refers to this as your tenure.To really explore tenure, it’s important to understand what drives people Read More

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around.Buyers can take advantage of today’s mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of multiple offers and a fast sale.If this sounds like good news to you, let’s connect today so you can capitalize on the unique opportunity you have in today’s market.Source: mykcm.com I take pride in building my business through referrals and trust. Looking for a local expert to help Read More

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Over the last year, agents have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep you safe. And experts say these practices are here to stay. As Bob Goldberg, CEO of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it:“The pandemic has confirmed to all of Read More

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year.Here are the latest percentages showing the year-over-year increase in home price appreciation:The House Price Index (HPI) from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA): 18.8%The S. National Home Price Index from S&P Case-Shiller: 18.6%The Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic: 18%The dramatic increases are seen at Read More