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. 1. Should I Wait To Sell? If you’re thinking about waiting to sell until after mortgage rates come down, here’s what you need to know. So are a ton of other people. And while... [read more]

  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 expert at helping homeowners just like you navigate the process of selling a home.   That’s where a good listing agent, also known as a seller's agent,... [read more]

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 see, home prices were rising for most of 2023. But over the course of December and January, they were virtually flat – which is pretty normal for... [read more]

  If you're thinking of buying or selling a house, it's important to know it doesn't just impact you—it helps out the local economy and your community, too.   Every year, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) puts out a report that breaks down the financial impact that comes from people buying and selling homes (see visual below):     When a house is sold, it really boosts the local economy. That’s because of all the people needed to build, fix up, and... [read more]

  Thinking about selling your house? As you make your decision, consider what's pushing you to think about moving. A recent survey from Realtor.com looked into why people want to sell their homes this year. Here are the top two reasons (see graphic below):     Let's take a closer look and see if they’re motivating you to make a change too.   1. To Make a Profit If you’re thinking about selling your house, you probably have a lot of questions on your mind.... [read more]