Binyam Hailu - 8z Real Estate

10/18/2023

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03/15/2023

Thank you so much for the review!!

11/14/2022

The biggest misconception I hear about buying right now is that it’s smart to wait for interest rates to come down.

You DON’T need to wait!

What DO you need? If you know you’re ready to buy, you need an agent who knows the market in your desired location and a trusted lender who can help you understand what you can afford.

The truth is if you buy at today’s rates, you can always refinance if rates drop. But if you wait with the hope of rates coming down, you can't go back and borrow at today's rates if that doesn't happen.

So the next time you think to yourself, “Maybe I’ll wait.” Don’t do it! Let me at least show you homes in your price range so you can make a decision based on facts.

Is the above you? Have you been struggling to decide about buying now vs. waiting? DM, and let’s talk - no strings attached.

08/25/2022

The housing market has slowed down compared to the last two years, but does that mean you can’t sell over asking?👇

With less demand from buyers, sellers have to accept that this isn’t the pandemic market anymore. When setting the price on a home, you really need to be strategic to entice as much buyer interest as possible. Too high, or too low, and you risk scaring off would-be buyers.

Your home can still sell quickly, and maybe even above asking, as long as you price it right. Your trusted agent will be able to help you with this, balancing comparable home values in the neighborhood, current market trends, the condition of your home, and more.

08/16/2022

While rates and prices are higher than last year, people are still buying homes. 🏘️ So what are the major reasons people are deciding to make a move right now?

🤸‍♂️ People want more space - whether that’s a larger yard, more space to entertain, or maybe more storage space or bedrooms.

👨‍👩‍👦 Being closer to loved ones - United Van Lines found that 32% of people moved last year to be closer to family.

Do you need more space? Maybe you want to be closer to your relatives? Let’s begin your new home search today!

08/09/2022

What is a recession? And how would it impact the real estate industry? Check out our August Newsletter to learn more!

07/26/2022

Buying your first home can be a daunting task. But should you continue to rent? Let’s take a look:

❌ When you rent, you face rising rental costs
✅ When you buy, you stabilize your housing costs
❌ When you rent, you don’t earn any financial benefits
✅ When you buy, you own a tangible asset that appreciates over time
❌ When you rent, you limit your ability to save as rents rise
✅ When you buy, you grow your net worth through building equity and appreciation

If you’re ready to stop paying rent, give me a call!

07/20/2022

Rising interest rates have left many wondering, “Is it still a good time to buy a house?”

The short answer is YES, and here’s why:

Trying to catch the perfect rate should never stop you from owning your dream home - marry the house, date the rate. There’s always the chance that you will have a great opportunity to refinance at a lower rate down the road.

Especially now with the market pace normalizing, this is the perfect scenario for you to get the home of your dreams without the same competition we saw last year.

07/13/2022

Come see this near-new home in Aurora's Adonea neighborhood with its phenomenal community amenities and convenient location. This home was built in 2018 and you can see the pride in ownership with how well it has been maintained by the owner.

***PAID OFF SOLAR PANELS INCLUDED!*** Come see this near-new home in Aurora's Adonea neighborhood with its phenomenal community amenities and convenient location. This home was built in 2018 and you can see the pride in ownership with how well it has been maintained by the owner. Excellent floor pla...