PatsPlace - Real Estate

08/21/2021

Getting if ready to sell? Is de-cluttering holding you back? Here are some great tips from Consumer Reports. ( then give us a call - we have a stager ready to finish up and have your house ready for the market)

Consumer Reports shows you how to get rid of stuff at home with decluttering tips that will help you figure out what you no longer need and the best ways to get rid of things. You might even make some money in the process.

08/20/2021

Always good to know when to buy those important home goods

How do you know when to buy things for your home like appliances and flooring? Check out the best times for sales.

08/10/2021

08/04/2021

Wow - can mortgage rates go any lower??? With inventory picking up a little bit - it might be time to sell and buy - our team is hear to make it an easy transition.

"While mortgage rates are tied to the 10-year Treasury yield, expect rates to fall below 2.8% this week. Freddie Mac will release the 30-year fixed mortgage rate tomorrow morning. Stay tuned."

07/13/2021

Hint It can cost much less than expected

Ask any jeweler how much money you should spend on an engagement ring and they’ll likely give you ...

07/09/2021

Good market news!!

Lawrence Yun, NAR Chief Economist, outlines the recent pending home sales report and foresees a solid housing market for the remainder of 2021 with more inventory expected and moderation of price growth.

Listen to Real Estate Today: http://ow.ly/FFf350FrPe3

07/06/2021

Do you love that farmhouse vibe? Here's a few more ways to get it!

If you’re a fan of that rustic look, or just love to feature beautiful wood in your space, the...

07/03/2021

Oh those crazy basements…are you ready to head down and clean out that basement?

July Homeowner Tip #2: Tackle basement renovations this month, and you'll be able to enjoy them when the weather turns. https://www.houselogic.com/by-room/basement-attic/getting-ready-for-fall/?cid=eo_sm_fb

06/29/2021

Breaking News update on the Nation’s housing…

Instant Reaction: NAR Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun, on Case-Shiller Price Index.

“The largest ever annual price appreciation is the result of an ongoing housing shortage. The 15% gain in the Case-Shiller price index, which attempts to measure constant, quality price gain, would translate into a wealth gain of $45,000 for a typical homeowner in the U.S. Homeowners in the super-hot Seattle market accumulated $120,000 on average over the past 12 months. The median home price as reported by NAR also experienced the largest price gain ever at 24% in May. But be mindful that the median price is being skewed upward due to an unusual amount of upper-end home sales and does not represent the typical homeowner price appreciation."

06/29/2021

Here's how to protect yourself from being pressured into buying an extended warranty.

You just bought a new dishwasher, TV, tablet, refrigerator or other big-ticket item you’ve been wa...