Industry News

Historically Off-Season Housing Months Continue to be Busy Amid Pandemic’s Ripple Effects

Home For Sale in winter season. The fall and winter months are typically slower times of the year for the national housing market, with the selling season kicking off every [Read More...]

How Long Does it Take to Close on a House?

You’ve purchased your new home and you’re ready to move in, but before you can, you need to go through the closing process—and that can take some time. [Read More...]

Mortgage refinance demand continues, as interest rates rise again

Rising mortgage interest rates continue to take their toll on demand, especially in the refinance market. Total mortgage application volume fell 2.8% last week compared with [Read More...]

US Home Construction Dips 0.7% in October, but Permits Jump

Construction of new homes in the U.S. fell 0.7% in October, but a big jump in the number of permits last month points to anticipation by builders that supply chain problems [Read More...]

Is Home Renovation Necessary Before Listing In Hot Markets?

When the seller’s market is this hot, is it still necessary to renovate a seller’s home before it hits the market? It’s no secret that most of today’s buyers want a [Read More...]

9 Low Cost Ways to Improve Your Listings

In the competitive world of Real Estate, a strategy that is vital to your success is making your property stand out among the other properties on the market. In order to do [Read More...]

Freddie Mac Projects Low Average Mortgage Rate for 2022

Will mortgage rates stay competitive next year? One expert source says the answer is yes. Many prospective home buyers have been struggling in today’s real estate [Read More...]

As Inventory Improves, Consumer Confidence Inches Up

The housing market is showing some sings of cooling, which may be making more home buyers more optimistic in a competitive market. Thirty-two percent of consumers said in [Read More...]

How to shop for a mortgage: Tips to compare quotes and rates

Shopping around can save you thousands To shop for a mortgage, you have to apply and get pre-approved with 2-3 lenders. You can expect that process to take at least a few [Read More...]

5 Pro Tips for Movers From a Realtor Who Has Helped Countless Families Make Their Next Move

With an average of nearly one dozen moves during life, most Americans have a fair amount of experience packing up and settling in again. Now, imagine how many moving-related [Read More...]

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