Jesse & Jessi Realty

11/08/2022

Predictions for the next 5 years.

This forecast makes some housing market predictions for the next five years. Plus, some long-term tips on saving for a home.

10/05/2022

When you're trying to make your home feel larger, there are a few simple things you can do that will help!

1) Mirrors: Mirrors are the easiest way to make your space look bigger because they reflect light and add depth to a room.

2) Light Paint Colors: Dark colors absorb light and make a room feel closed in, whereas lighter colors reflect light and open up a space.

3) Furniture - Less is more: Furniture can take up a lot of room in a small space so it's important not to fill it up with unnecessary items.

10/04/2022

When fall rolls around, you know you want to decorate your home.

Here are some favorite home decor items to add this fall! Which one is your favorite?

09/06/2022

The answer is D. All of the above!

If you're shopping around for a mortgage, you might be wondering what factors determine your interest rate. The answer is actually four factors: home location, downpayment, credit score, and how much equity you have in your home. So if you want a low interest rate, make sure to check all of these things off your list before you start shopping around.

08/15/2022

Here's one thing you can always count on: real estate investing is typically a recession-friendly investment.

Here's why:

-Rental demand is generally increased and a natural buffer to the decrease of homeownership demand.

-Housing is essential, therefore demand for renting your investment property should remain intact.

-You have a tangible asset to invest in to ride out the dips in the market.

Pro tip: Just remember to ensure you've analyzed the numbers on your property and the cash flow is sufficient to cover your expenses, especially if rent decreases somewhat during a recession.

08/02/2022

What is the best way to figure out how much your home should sell for?

You'll want to start by looking at the comps in your neighborhood. Are they selling for more or less than you paid? If they're selling for more, it's good news: it means your home is likely worth more than you think.

Next, look at the location of your home. Is it close to public transportation? Is it near schools? Is it near parks? These factors will all play into what people are willing to pay for your place.

While many people might assume that larger houses would sell for more than smaller ones, it turns out that this isn't always true! It all depends on what else is available in the area where you live and how much space is needed for families with children or large pets.

When you're shopping for your new home, make sure you check out these factors before you start comparing apples to oranges!

07/25/2022

Here's one thing you can always count on: real estate investing is typically a recession-friendly investment.

Here's why:

-Rental demand is generally increased and a natural buffer to the decrease of homeownership demand.

-Housing is essential, therefore demand for renting your investment property should remain intact.

-You have a tangible asset to invest in to ride out the dips in the market.

Pro tip: Just remember to ensure you've analyzed the numbers on your property and the cash flow is sufficient to cover your expenses, especially if rent decreases somewhat during a recession.

07/14/2022

It's actually pretty simple: take the cost of your potential monthly mortgage payment, add up all your bills and other expenses, and then subtract that number from your monthly income.

It's recommended to shoot for no more than 25% of your income for housing payments and 50% including total bills; and if you find something for less than that, it might be time to buy!

07/04/2022

06/27/2022

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

What are the non-negotiables on your list? Here are a few popular ones:

1. The kitchen has to be modern with lots of storage and counter space

2. Fenced-in yard for the dogs and kids, of course!

3. Enough bedrooms for the kids and guests, plus an office for mom or dad

06/21/2022

Real estate investing tip of the day: don't limit yourself to one state or city.

You might think that you'd be limiting your profitability potential by only considering a small geographic area, but I believe that you're missing out on better opportunities by only looking in your own backyard. By looking at properties across the country and even internationally, you can increase the likelihood that no matter what happens with one property or another, your portfolio will have more balance because it's diversified across multiple locations and asset types.

06/20/2022

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.

Many people use this occasion to reflect on how far we\'ve come as a nation since then—and how far we still have to go on our journey toward true equality for all Americans