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Your Agent Is the Key To Pricing Your House Right

By Bob DeVore | May 27, 2024

The asking price for your house can impact your bottom line and how quickly it sells. Both under- and overpricing have drawbacks. So to find the right price for your house, lean on your agent for their expertise. Don’t pick just any price for your listing. Trust your real estate professional to help you find […]

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Questions You May Have About Selling Your House

By Bob DeVore | May 27, 2024

There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some questions about whether it still makes sense to sell your house and make a move. Here are three of the top questions you may be asking – and the data that helps answer them. […]

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How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?

By Bob DeVore | May 22, 2024

Are big investors really buying up all the homes today? If you’re trying to find a house to buy, this may be something you’re wondering about. Maybe you’ve read about it or seen reels on social media saying investors buying all the homes is making it even harder to find what the average buyer is […]

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Worried About Home Maintenance Costs? Consider This

By Bob DeVore | May 22, 2024

If one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some information you may find interesting on both new home construction and existing homes (a home that’s been lived in by a previous owner). Newly Built Homes Need Less Upfront Maintenance If you can afford […]

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What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates?

By Bob DeVore | May 22, 2024

If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and mortgage rates. You’re wondering what’s going to happen next. And if it’s worth it to move now, or better to wait it out. The only thing you can really do is […]

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Why a Condo May Be a Great Option for Your First Home

By Bob DeVore | May 16, 2024

Having a hard time finding a first home that’s right for you and your wallet? Well, here’s a tip – think about condominiums, or condos for short. They’re usually smaller than single-family homes, but that’s exactly why they can be easier on your budget. According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors […]

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The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing

By Bob DeVore | May 16, 2024

There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to go around. But things are starting to look up. There are more homes up for grabs this year. The graph below uses the latest data from Realtor.com to show in […]

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Thinking of Selling? You Want an Agent with These Skills

By Bob DeVore | May 14, 2024

Selling your house is a big decision. Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ve probably ever made, and it’s a place where you’ve created countless memories. That combo means there’s going to be a lot of emotions involved. You want someone who understands your perspective, knows what it feels like, and is an […]

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Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities

By Bob DeVore | May 14, 2024

Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what’s going on with home prices these days. Here’s the scoop. The latest national data from Case-Shiller and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) shows they’re going up (see graphs below): As you can […]

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