Jodie Moncrief - REMAX 888

02/06/2025

If you’re doubting whether you’ll be able to afford a home right now, here’s something to think about. If you’re open to putting in the work, a fixer-upper could be your path to homeownership.

Data shows the asking price for fixer-uppers is typically 29% less than you’d see for move-in-ready options. And, they give you the chance to build equity fast as you make updates.

Would you ever take on a fixer-upper, or do you prefer a move-in ready home? Let me know in the comments.

02/04/2025

Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market

More choices could be the key to unlocking your homebuying goals in 2025. Reach out if you want to see what’s available in and around our area.
What features are you looking for in your next home? Let me know and I’ll put together a list of homes you’d love.

The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers, especially with higher home prices and mortgage rates.

01/30/2025

Why wait for spring? Here’s why buying now has its perks.

Many buyers think spring is the best time to move, but here’s the truth: winter can offer some big advantages. With fewer buyers in the market at this time of year, home prices tend to be at their lowest point just before the spring competition heats things up. Why pay more later?

Let’s connect to explore how buying a home this winter could work in your favor.

01/28/2025

How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement

If you’re planning to retire in 2025, now may be the perfect time to downsize and unlock the equity you’ve built up in your home. Let’s start planning your move now, so you’re set up to make every day feel like a Saturday.

If retirement is on the horizon, now’s the time to start thinking about your next chapter.

01/23/2025

Smaller Homes, Bigger Opportunities: The Homebuilder Trend Buyers Love

Today’s builders are focusing their efforts on smaller homes at lower price points. That could give you more opportunity to find something that fits your budget. If you're planning to buy soon, let’s connect to explore what's on the market in your area and get your homeownership goals over the finish line.

It’s no secret that affordability is tough with where mortgage rates and home prices are right now. 

01/21/2025

Why More People Are Buying Multi-Generational Homes Today

Today, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes — that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult children, or even distant relatives.

Today, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes — that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult children, or even distant relatives.

01/16/2025

Experts forecast mortgage rates will come down in 2025, but they also say you should brace for some volatility. That’s why it’s not a good idea to try to time the market.

Instead, it's better to focus on how even a small change impacts your bottom line. Even a slight decline in rates can help lower your future monthly payment.

Want to see what this looks like at a different price point? DM me.

01/14/2025

How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment

Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected. So, you shouldn't try to time the market. Instead, it's better to focus on how even a small change impacts your future mortgage payment. As rates come down, even a little bit, your monthly payment on your next home will too. Want to see what this looks like at a different price point? Let’s connect.

Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected.