Chanel Rene Realty

11/24/2021

Wanting to make an investment by remodeling your home to sell? Consider starting with the kitchen!

11/22/2021

Neutral colors tend to appeal to the widest range of buyers, able to suit a broad selection of interior design color palettes and styles.

11/19/2021

Wondering what questions you should ask yourself when deciding what kind of home you will need? Here are a few things to consider when determining what size home will work for you.

11/17/2021

Before even looking at homes, you should gather a list of your must-have amenities. Will your family need extra space to grow? Is yard space for your pets a priority? Consider all of your needs when making your amenity list.

11/17/2021

The past year and a half brought about significant life changes for many of us. For some it meant entering retirement earlier than expected. Recent data shows more people retired this year than anticipated. If you’ve recently retired, your home may not fit your new lifestyle. The good news is, you’ve likely built-up significant equity that can fuel your next move.

>>You Can Move Closer to Loved Ones
The 2021 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) provides a look at the reasons people buy homes. For those reaching retirement age, the number one reason to buy is the opportunity to be closer to loved ones, friends, or relatives. If you find yourself farther from your loved ones than you’d like to be, retirement and the equity you’ve built in your home may enable you to move closer to the people in your life who matter most.

>>You Can Find the Right Home for Your Needs
Not only can your equity...

The past year and a half brought about significant life changes for many of us. For some, it meant entering retirement earlier than expected. Recent data shows more people retired this year than anticipated. According to the Schwartz Center for Economic Policy Analysis, 2021 saw a retirement boom:

11/15/2021

If you haven’t already, it might be time to prepare your home for fall and make sure you are ready for winter. What is on your fall maintenance checklist?

11/15/2021

As a renter, you’re constantly faced with the same dilemma: keep renting for another year or purchase a home? There are a number of benefits to homeownership every renter needs to consider.

>>Rents Are Rising Quickly
Rent increasing each year isn’t new. Looking back at Census data confirms rental prices have gone up consistently for decades. Rents are still on the rise. It’s important to keep this in mind when the time comes for you to sign a new lease, as your monthly rental payment may increase substantially when you do.

>>Renters Miss Out on Equity Gains
One of the most significant advantages of buying a home is the wealth you build through equity. This year alone, homeowners gained a substantial amount of equity, which, in turn, grew their net worth. As a renter, you miss out on this wealth-building tool.

>>Homeowners Can Customize to Their Heart’s Content
In many cases, your property owner determines customizations and prefers you don’t...

As a renter, you’re constantly faced with the same dilemma: keep renting for another year or purchase a home? Your answer depends on your current situation and future plans, but there are a number of benefits to homeownership every renter needs to consider.

11/12/2021

The benefits of home ownership are endless, but these 3 make the top of the list. Which benefit of owning a home would help you out?

11/12/2021

If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide. If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be worth it. DM me so you have expert advice on which updates are important in today’s market.

Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide. If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be...

11/10/2021

From start to finish, my job is to walk you through each step of the process. Are there any steps listed that you want more information on or have questions about?

11/10/2021

Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions.

>>How much have home values appreciated over the last 12 months?
According to the latest Home Price Index from CoreLogic, home values have increased by 18.1% compared to this time last year. Additionally, prices have gone up at an accelerated pace for each of the last eight months. The last year has shown tremendous home price appreciation, which is resulting in a major gain in wealth for homeowners through rising equity.

>>What’s happening with home prices right now?
Indices also show that while appreciation is in the high double digits right now, that price acceleration is beginning to level off. Year-over-year appreciation is still close to 20%, but it’s clearly plateauing at that rate. Many experts...

Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions.

11/08/2021

Does your home office still suit your needs? If you think a home upgrade might be on the horizon, give me a call and we can find you more space.