Miles Malachowski of Keller Williams Realty Signature

01/22/2024

It is a SELLERS MARKET in IL and a BUYERS MARKET in FLORIDA.
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Happy to help!

Miles
Wendy Colby Malachowski

Tip: NEW construction is a great value for many reasons...
Low interest rate offers
Builders paying towards closing costs
Current building codes for lower insurance

IL: https://realtorforlife7.kw.com/
FL: https://www.esterobaygroup.com/

01/20/2024

Large builders offer great incentives both in low interest rates and closing credits. Planning ahead can allow you to jump on these deals for maximum buyer value!

We are experts in helping buyers with new construction.

Happy to help!

Miles Malachowski

FL: https://www.esterobaygroup.com/

01/19/2024

A 1% drop in the interest rate equals 10% more in buying power but 5 million more buyers, increasing competition.

We are entering the "sweet spot" to make a move for selling or buying.

Happy to help you!

Miles

Illinois: https://realtorforlife7.kw.com/
Florida: https://www.esterobaygroup.com/

Wendy Colby Malachowski

12/15/2023

Good news for buyers (and sellers)! Let me know how I can help you in IL or FL.

Florida
www.EsteroBayGroup.com
Illinois
https://realtorforlife7.kw.com

God bless!

Miles

01/13/2023

Key Terms To Know When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying a home is a major transaction that can seem even more complex when you don’t understand the terms used throughout the process. If you’re looking to become a homeowner this year, it’s important to know these housing terms and how they relate to the current market so you feel confident throughout the homebuying process. DM me so you have expert answers for any questions as they come up.

01/12/2023

Is It Time To Sell Your Second Home?

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home features. Keep in mind, a luxury home isn’t only defined by price. In a recent article, Investopedia shares additional factors that push a home into this category: location, such as a home on the water or in a desirable city, and features, the things that make the home itself feel luxurious.

A recent report from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing (ILHM) explains just how much remote work impacted the demand for second and luxury homes:

“The unprecedented ten-fold increase towards remote work since the pandemic is an historic development that will continue to fuel second home demand for many years...

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home features. Keep in mind, a luxury hom...

01/11/2023

Today’s Housing Market Is Nothing Like 15 Years Ago

There’s no doubt today’s housing market is very different than the frenzied one from the past couple of years. In the second half of 2022, there was a dramatic shift in real estate, and it caused many people to make comparisons to the 2008 housing crisis. While there may be a few similarities, when looking at key variables now compared to the last housing cycle, there are significant differences.

In the latest Real Estate Forecast Summit, Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), drew the comparisons below between today’s housing market and the previous cycle.

Looking at the facts, it’s clear: today is very different than the housing market of 15 years ago.

>>There’s Opportunity in Real Estate Today

And in today’s market, with inventory rising and less competition from other buyers, there’s opportunity right...

There’s no doubt today’s housing market is very different than the frenzied one from the past couple of years. In the second half of 2022, there was a dramatic shift in real estate, and it caused many people to make comparisons to the 2008 housing crisis. While there may be a few similarities, w...

01/10/2023

The Truth About Negative Home Equity Headlines

Home equity has been a hot topic in real estate news lately. And if you’ve been following along, you may have heard there’s a growing number of homeowners with negative equity. But don’t let those headlines scare you.

Home equity has been a hot topic in real estate news lately. And if you’ve been following along, you may have heard there’s a growing number of homeowners with negative equity. But don’t let those headlines scare you.

01/09/2023

What Experts Are Saying About the 2023 Housing Market

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market this year. In 2022, the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home sales, and moderated home prices. But what about 2023?

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market this year. In 2022, the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home sales, and moderated ...

01/06/2023

Tips To Reach Your Homebuying Goals in 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]

01/05/2023

3 Best Practices for Selling Your House This Year

A new year brings with it the opportunity for new experiences.

A new year brings with it the opportunity for new experiences.

01/04/2023

Avoid the Rental Trap in 2023

If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too deeply into your options, it helps to understand the true costs of renting moving forward.

And if you look back at historical data, that shouldn’t come as surprise. That’s because, according to the Census, rents have been rising fairly consistently since 1988.

So, if you’re considering renting as an option in 2023, it’s worth weighing whether this trend is likely to continue. The 2023 Housing Forecast from realtor.com expects rents will keep climbing.

>>Homeownership Provides an Alternative to Rising Rents

These rising costs may make you reconsider what other alternatives you have. If you're looking for more stability, it could be time to prioritize homeownership. One of the many...

If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too deeply into your options, it helps to understand the true costs of renting moving forward.