William Raveis Real Estate

08/26/2022

The key is house-buying power! Compared to a typical 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, ARM increases consumer purchasing power by $44,000. For first-time home buyers, the rise of ARMs may be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.

08/25/2022

While homes are still selling quickly, many markets are experiencing a setback. Some sellers are having to reconsider their asking price due to increased mortgage rates that are pricing out more buyers. Link below!

08/25/2022

The housing boom is being led by millennials. They have made up the highest number of home buyers which is 37%. This cohort will likely fuel home demand for years to come.

First American Deputy Chief Economist Odeta Kushi shares analysis of the proprietary Homeownership Progress Index, examining how demographic, societal and economic factors influence potential homeownership demand.

08/23/2022

3 out of 4 homeowners say they would buy their present home again if they had the chance. The majority of homeowners have no regrets about their home purchases. Here's the most recent poll from Bankrate.com.

Seventy-four percent of Americans say that owning a home is a higher gauge of prosperity than having a successful career or even raising a family.

08/22/2022

Despite hearsays, here's some good news: Your real estate investments are recession-proof. Click here to find out how it makes perfect sense!

08/19/2022

The question of the day: "Is buying a home a wise long-term investment? ”. If you have invested or planning to in real estate, this article will address whether it is the best investment. #️⃣LinkInBio

Most people refer to homeownership as the “American dream”. It involves more than just owning a house. Significantly, it is a financial commitment to your future. You may secure both your wealth and yourself by making real estate investments. It has a number of advantages, including monthly rent...

08/19/2022

We are seeing that home inventories are improving slightly. As shown in the Realtor.com®’s data, active inventory increased by 8% on an annual basis for the first time in nearly 3 years. If you're a buyer, read this!

Realtor.com®’s May housing data release reveals a major turning point in inventory, with the count of home listings actively for sale growing compared to last year for the first time since mid-2019.

08/17/2022

When compared to the sales comparison strategy, is it worth attempting to use the cost approach for home appraisals? Here's what you need to know! #️⃣GetExpertAdvice

08/16/2022

1 out of 5 homes on the market has had a price decrease. This does not imply that prices will continue to drop, however, may suggest that the rising prices will lessen and a more balanced market may arise.

The market is reaching a turning point in which price reductions are more common. But that doesn't mean homes can't still appreciate in value.

08/16/2022

New News From Pennymac! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #️⃣Lock&Shop

Like fintech startup Tomo, California-based Pennymac has now launched a mortgage product capable of freezing rates for as long as 90 days.

08/12/2022

Homebuyers are more optimistic than ever before. 56% believe that the time to buy a home is "right now." So if you're still undecided, now is the perfect time for you to buy your dream home!

08/11/2022

There are many ways in which selling your property can help fund your retirement. Hence, if you're on the edge of retiring, here are 3️⃣ reasons why selling your home is a wise move!

The decision of whether to sell or maintain the family home is one of the most pressing issues facing those who are close to retiring. You could incur large expenses or make substantial savings depending on whether you decide to move or stay in place. According to a recent survey by the Employee Ben...