Ronda L . Slogar at RE/MAXMountain West

10/04/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Are you waiting for rates to drop below 6%? You may want to rethink that strategy because other people are going to do the same thing.

If rates dip more, it’s likely that buyer competition will go up, driving prices higher.

Right now, we’re in a sweet spot with lower rates and more homes to choose from.

Want to learn more about why buying now might be the better move? DM me.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

10/03/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Nationally, home values are actually rising, even if the median price is down a bit. Let’s break down what’s really happening so you can make sense of the market without getting caught up in the fear the headlines create.

Homes on the Market Right Now Are Smaller

The biggest reason for the dip in median price is the size of homes being sold. The median price reflects the middle point of all the homes for sale at any given time. And that’ll be affected by the mix of homes on the market.

Right now, there’s a greater number of smaller, less expensive homes on the market, and that’s bringing the overall median price down. But that doesn’t mean home values are declining.

Price Per Square Foot Is Still Rising

This means that while smaller homes are affecting the median price, the average home’s value is still rising.

So, while headlines may make it sound like prices are crashing, you...

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion.

10/02/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Buy now or wait? That’s the big question for a lot of buyers.

But what you may not realize is just how much equity is at stake if you delay. Even the forecasts for more moderate home price growth could add up to $90,000 in equity over the next 5 years.

So, if you want to move and you’re able to now that mortgage rates have fallen, let’s chat about why it’s worth it to get the ball rolling.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

10/01/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

After months of sitting on the sidelines, many homebuyers who were priced out by high mortgage rates and affordability challenges finally have an opportunity to make their move. With rates trending down, today’s market is a sweet spot for buyers—and it’s one that may not last long.

The truth is, if mortgage rates continue to ease, as experts project, more buyers will jump back into the market. A survey from Bankrate shows over half of homeowners would be motivated to buy this year if rates drop below 6%.

With rates already in the low 6% range, we’re not terribly far off from hitting that threshold. The bottom line is, that when they drop into the 5s, the number of buyers in the market is going to go up – and that means more competition for you.

What This Means for You

Right now, you’ve got the chance to get ahead of all of that. Today’s market is a buyer sweet spot. Why...

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

After months of sitting on the sidelines, many homebuyers who were priced out by high mortgage rates and affordability challenges finally have an opportunity to make their move.

09/30/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Buy Now, or Wait? You may be tempted to wait until mortgage rates come down even more. But here’s what you need to know. If you wait, you'll have to compete with all those other people when you go to buy your next home. You have a chance to get ahead of the other buyers right now. Let’s connect and make it happen.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

09/27/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

If you’re wondering if you should buy now or wait, here’s what you need to know. If you wait for rates to drop more, you’ll have to deal with more competition and higher prices as additional buyers jump back in. But if you buy now, you’d get ahead of that and have the chance to start building equity. Should you buy now or wait? Let’s talk through it together, so you can make your best decision.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

If you’re wondering if you should buy now or wait, here’s what you need to know. 

09/26/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

You want your house to sell quickly and for top dollar. But pricing it too high can seriously jeopardize those goals.

So, once your house is listed, watch out for these 4 signs that it's overpriced.

And if any of these are happening to you, be sure to lean on your agent to course correct.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

09/25/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Believe it or not, almost 80% of first-time homebuyers qualify for down payment assistance, but only 13% actually use it. And if you’re hoping to buy a home, this is a mission-critical gap to close – fast.

Amplify Your Down Payment Potential

For first-time buyers, the name of the game with down payments is making sure you’re taking advantage of all the resources out there designed to help you.

For example, there are loan options that require as little as 3% down, or even 0% for certain qualified borrowers, like Veterans. And let’s not forget down payment assistance, like grants and other opportunities, that help you cover the upfront cost of your down payment.

If you’re interested in exploring those options and what you may be able to use to your advantage, connect with a trusted lender.

Don’t Let News Headlines About Down Payments Scare You

There’s one more thing to address...

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

Believe it or not, almost 80% of first-time homebuyers qualify for down payment assistance, but only 13% actually use it. 

09/24/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Are you saving for your down payment? Here’s something you’re going to want to know.

Most first-time homebuyers qualify for programs that can help with that upfront expense. But few actually take advantage of it.

To see if you qualify, make sure you connect with a trusted lender. It could help you achieve your homeownership dream sooner than you thought possible.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

09/23/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

As rates drop, your monthly payment on your next home will too. Let’s connect to talk about how today’s rates boost your purchasing power.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

09/20/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Have you heard the good news? Mortgage rates are trending down.

And, if you’re looking to buy a home, that helps your bottom line. As rates drop, your monthly payment on your next home does too.

The change we’ve already seen could save you hundreds of dollars a month.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING

09/19/2024

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS!

Mortgage rates are dropping. As a result, more buyers are getting ready to re-enter the market. That’s clear based on the rise in mortgage applications since rates started to fall.

If you’ve been thinking about selling, let’s talk about how to get your house ready so you can take advantage of increased buyer activity.

CALL ME IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING