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How Long Will It Take To Sell Your House?

By Bob DeVore | Oct 23, 2024

As you’re getting ready to sell your house, one of the first questions you’re probably asking is, “how long is this going to take?” And that makes sense—you want to know what to expect. While every market is different, understanding what’s happening nationally can give you a good baseline. But for an even more detailed […]

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Planning To Sell Your House in 2025? Start Prepping Now

By Bob DeVore | Oct 23, 2024

If your goal is to sell your house in 2025, now’s the time to start prepping. Even though it might seem like there’s plenty of time between now and the new year, you should get a head start on any updates or repairs you want to make now. As Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, […]

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What To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025

By Bob DeVore | Oct 21, 2024

Curious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts are offering some promising forecasts, especially when it comes to two key factors that directly affect your decisions: mortgage rates and home prices. Whether you’re thinking of buying or selling, here’s a look at what the experts are saying […]

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Why Buying Now Is Worth It

By Bob DeVore | Oct 18, 2024

You may be torn between buying a home now or waiting. But don’t forget to factor in the equity you’ll gain as prices rise. Experts forecast prices will climb over the next 5 years – and based on those forecasts, you could gain about $90k in equity in that time. So, you could wait, but […]

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Why Did More People Decide To Sell Their Homes Recently?

By Bob DeVore | Oct 17, 2024

Homeowners typically slow down their moving plans as the summer months wrap up, and as a result, fewer homes are listed for sale in the fall. It’s a predictable, seasonal trend in real estate. But this year, mortgage rates came down at the same time the number of homes on the market usually starts to […]

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The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment

By Bob DeVore | Oct 17, 2024

Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it’s why as home equity reaches a new height, the median down payment has too. […]

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Why an Agent Is Essential When Buying a Newly Built Home

By Bob DeVore | Oct 15, 2024

For some buyers, there’s a misconception that newly built homes aren’t made to last or fall short of the quality you can find in older homes. Unfortunately, this is turning some buyers away from what may be one of their best options in today’s housing market. As Builder Online says: “As resale inventory remains limited […]

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Why a Condo Could Be Your Perfect First Home

By Bob DeVore | Oct 14, 2024

If you’re looking to break into homeownership but the price of single-family homes has you second-guessing, you might want to consider a condominium (condo) or townhome. These types of homes often come with a lower barrier to entry – and that can help you start to build equity and enjoy the benefits of owning a […]

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Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities

By Bob DeVore | Oct 11, 2024

Some Highlights Based on a recent study, in 22 of the top 50 metros, the monthly mortgage payment is lower than the rent payment. Make sure you work with a pro who can help you crunch the numbers and see how your city stacks up. This may be your opportunity to forget renting for good. […]

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