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01/30/2026

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03/11/2025

Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year

Mortgage rates have dipped, giving buyers a bit more immediate breathing room. If you’ve been waiting for rates to ease before jumping in, this could be your window.
Would a lower monthly payment make buying a home feel more doable for you? Let’s break down the numbers and find out.

If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market.

03/10/2025

Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in Today’s Market

While they’re definitely not required, pre-listing inspections can be especially helpful in today’s market. By understanding your home’s condition ahead of time, you can take control of the process and make informed decisions about what to fix before you list and what to disclose.

If you choose to skip this step, you may be just as surprised as your buyer by what pops up in their inspection. And that could leave you scrambling. Would you rather fix issues now or risk trying to save the deal later?

Let’s connect so you can see if this is a step that makes sense in our market.

Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection.

03/08/2025

Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move

If having to be back in-office has you considering a move, let’s connect. That way you have an agent to help you figure out what’s possible and what makes sense for you.
Where do you see yourself living if your commute or work routine needs to change?

It’s no secret that remote work has surged over the last few years.

03/07/2025

Do You Know What Your House Is Really Worth?

Over the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think. ​
Nationally, prices are up nearly 60% since 2019. ​And, if selling has been on your mind, you can use that bigger-than-expected return to power your next move.
​Do you want to know how much your home is worth in today’s market? Let’s connect.​ The number may surprise you.

Over the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think.

03/06/2025

As more companies require employees to work in person, some people are having to make tough decisions about where they live.

Data shows that more than half of remote workers would have to move to be closer to their jobs or take on a long commute if they were called back to the office.

If your work situation changed, would you stay put, move closer, or explore a whole new location?

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03/05/2025

More buyers are jumping back into the market – and that means it may be time for you to do the same thing.
Mortgage applications are up, demand is growing, and home showings are increasing. Those are signs that serious buyers are active today.
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to sell, this could be your moment.
If the right buyer walked through your door tomorrow, would you be ready?

03/04/2025

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

A study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why. Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and grow your net worth as home values rise. While renting may be the less expensive option in some markets, it can’t match the long-term benefits of homeownership. What’s your #1 reason for wanting to buy?

A study shows 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why. 

03/03/2025

Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons

New builds can be a great choice today, but you want to be sure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision on such a big purchase. That’s where my expertise and experience is extra important.
Would you consider a newly built home? Why or why not?

When searching for a home, you don’t want to skip over new builds as an option.

03/01/2025

Still waiting for lower mortgage rates? Here’s what you need to know.

The latest expert forecasts say rates are expected to settle around 6.5% by the end of this year. And that means they’re not expected to drop as much as you may have hoped.

If you need to move, you don’t have to wait until mortgage rates come down more. Options like buydowns, adjustable-rate mortgages, and assumable loans can help make homeownership more affordable right now. Reach out to a lender to learn more.

02/28/2025

Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?

Home values have climbed — maybe more than you expected. Are you curious about what your house is worth in today’s market? Let’s connect so you can find out.

Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up.

02/27/2025

With more homes for sale and buyers regaining some negotiation power, it may be a good idea to offer a concession if you’re trying to sell. Data shows 1 in 4 sellers did in 2024.

Giving your buyer money toward closing costs or adjusting the price for repairs could be what allows you to flip that sign in your yard from “for sale” to “sold”.

Just be sure you have an agent on your side to walk you through what levers are worth pulling in your local market.

What’s a concession you’d be open to offering to get your house sold?

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