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08/12/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

Why Experts Say the Housing Market Won’t Crash [INFOGRAPHIC]

Many people remember the housing crash in 2008, but experts say today’s market is fundamentally different in many ways. First, there isn’t an oversupply of homes for sale today. Plus, lending standards are much tighter, and homeowners have record levels of equity. That means signs say there won’t be a wave of foreclosures like the last time. If you have questions about the housing market, DM me.

Some Highlights Many people remember the housing crash in 2008, but experts say today’s market is fundamentally different in many ways. First, there isn’t an oversupply of homes for sale today. Plus, lending standards are much tighter, and homeowners have record levels of equity. That means sign...

08/11/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

3 Tips for Selling Your House Right Now

Pricing your house based on current market conditions means it's more likely to sell quickly. Let's connect so you can have the best advice when you sell today.

08/10/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

Is the Shifting Market a Challenge or an Opportunity for Homebuyers?

If you tried to buy a home during the pandemic, you know the limited supply of homes for sale was a considerable challenge. It created intense bidding wars which drove home prices up as buyers competed with one another to be the winning offer.

But what was once your greatest challenge may now be your greatest opportunity. Today, data shows buyer demand is moderating in the wake of higher mortgage rates. Here are a few reasons why this shift in the housing market is good news for your homebuying plans.

>>The Challenge

There were many reasons for the limited number of homes on the market during the pandemic, including a history of underbuilding new homes since the market crash in 2008.

>>The Opportunity

Moderating demand is slowing the pace of home sales and that’s one of the reasons...

If you tried to buy a home during the pandemic, you know the limited supply of homes for sale was a considerable challenge. It created intense bidding wars which drove home prices up as buyers competed with one another to be the winning offer.

08/09/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

If you’re thinking about making a move, you probably want to know what’s going to happen to home prices for the rest of the year. While experts say price growth will moderate, ongoing appreciation is expected. That means home prices won’t fall. DM me if you want to learn more.

08/08/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

Why the Forbearance Program Changed the Housing Market

Forbearance enabled nearly five million homeowners to get back on their feet in a time when having the security and protection of a home was more important than ever. Those in need were able to work with their banks and lenders to stay in their homes rather than go into foreclosure. Marina Walsh at the Mortgage Bankers Association notes, “Most borrowers exiting forbearance are moving into either a loan modification, payment deferral, or a combination of the two workout options." With those options in place, four out of every five homeowners in forbearance are either paid in full or are exiting with a plan. They’re able to stay in their homes.

Since so many people can stay in their homes and work out alternative options, there won’t be a wave of foreclosures coming to the market. And while...

When the pandemic hit in 2020, many experts thought the housing market would crash. They feared job loss and economic uncertainty would lead to a wave of foreclosures similar to when the housing bubble burst over a decade ago. Thankfully, the forbearance program changed that. It provided much-needed...

08/05/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2022 [INFOGRAPHIC]

The housing market is shifting away from the intensity of the past two years. Here’s what experts project for the remainder of 2022. Home prices are forecast to rise more moderately than last year. Mortgage rates will respond to inflation, and home sales will be more in line with pre-pandemic years. DM me so you can make your best move this year.

Some Highlights The housing market is shifting away from the intensity of the past two years. Here’s what experts project for the remainder of 2022. Home prices are forecast to rise more moderately than last year. Mortgage rates will respond to inflation, and home sales will be more in line with p...

08/04/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

Did the Home of Your Dreams Just Come onto the Market?

The supply of homes for sale has been increasing, and that gives you a better chance of finding the home of your dreams. Let's connect today so you can start exploring homes in our local market.

08/03/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

How Homeownership Can Help Shield You from Inflation

Don't let inflation delay your homebuying plans. Let's connect so you can start the process today.

08/02/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

3 Graphs To Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble

With all the headlines and buzz in the media, some consumers believe the market is in a housing bubble. As the housing market shifts, concerns creep in that this could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. But there’s concrete data to show why this is nothing like the last time.

>>There’s a Shortage of Homes on the Market Today, Not a Surplus
For historical context, there were too many homes for sale during the housing crisis (many of which were short sales and foreclosures), and that caused prices to tumble. Today, supply is growing, but there’s still a shortage of inventory available.

>>Mortgage Standards Were Much More Relaxed During the Crash
Running up to 2006, banks were creating artificial demand by lowering lending standards and making it easy for just about anyone to qualify for a home...

With all the headlines and buzz in the media, some consumers believe the market is in a housing bubble. As the housing market shifts, you may be wondering what’ll happen next. It’s only natural for concerns to creep in that it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. The good news is, there...

08/01/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

While growing, the months’ supply of homes available for sale today is still firmly in sellers’ market territory. That means you should still be ready for a competitive market, just one that’s not as frenzied as the past two years. DM me so you have an expert guide to help you navigate today’s shifting market as you buy or sell a home.

07/29/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

If you’ve been planning to sell your house but have been waiting to have more options for your move, you should know the supply of homes for sale has steadily increased this year. That means it won’t feel as impossible to find your next home as it has in the past two years. If you’re ready to start exploring homes for sale in our area, DM me today.

07/28/2022

ATV Property Group - REALTOR® Serving Nashville, TN

When you sell, the price you list your house for matters. When you price it too high, you risk deterring potential buyers, which means your house could sit on the market for longer or need a price adjustment. Finding the perfect list price takes expertise. If you want to be sure it’s priced right to move fast in today’s housing market, DM me.