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Why Now Is a Great Time To Sell Your House

Written by The Villages FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths, The Villages FL, The Villages FL Mortgage.

As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses their changing lifestyles. In fact, recent data from realtor.com shows a larger share of homeowners are planning to list their houses this winter. So, that means more homes are about to hit the market, which will lead to more choices for buyers too. According to George Ratiu, Manager of Economic Research at realtor.com: “The...

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Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Professional [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by The Villages FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, The Villages FL, The Villages FL Mortgage.

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling, there are many perks that come from working with a real estate advisor. Real estate professionals are experts at navigating all aspects of the buying and selling process, including negotiating on your behalf. We can also explain today’s market and break down what it means for you. Don’t go at it alone. Let’s connect today so you have advice and an expert to count on each step of the way. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by The Villages FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, The Villages FL, The Villages FL Mortgage.

Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search. Any major life change can be scary, and buying a home is no different. Let’s connect so you have an advisor by your side to take the fear out of the equation. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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Does Your House Have What Buyers Want?

Written by The Villages FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, The Villages FL, The Villages FL Mortgage.

The rise in remote work is changing what many Americans want in their homes. Many companies are choosing to delay reopening or go remote full-time, and today’s buyers are looking for homes with more space to support their work needs. As a seller, if you no longer need the extra room you have in your home, rest assured there are buyers who do. Remote Work Is Here To Stay Remote work remains a reality for many Americans. A recent poll from Garter, Inc. shows many organizations have not yet returned their offices: “. . . 66% of organizations are delaying reopening their offices due to new...

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Housing Challenge or Housing Opportunity? It Depends.

Written by The Villages FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, The Villages FL, The Villages FL Mortgage.

The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused homes throughout the country to appreciate at a much faster rate than what we’ve experienced historically. There are many reasons for the limited number of homes on the market, but as you can see in the graph below, we’re well below where we’ve been for most of the past 10 years. Today, across the country, there is only a 2.4-month supply of homes available for sale. The Opportunity  This lack of homes for sale is creating a challenge for many buyers who are growing...

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