Magan Anderson-Realtor

01/01/2024

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Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step

If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life.
Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about as you decide whether or not to sell and make a move.

How Long You’ve Been in Your Home

When you live in a home for a significant period of time, it’s natural for you to experience a number of changes in your life while you’re in that house. As those life changes and milestones happen, your needs may change. And if your current home no longer meets them, you may have better options waiting for you.

How Much Equity You’ve Gained

Additionally, if you’ve been in your house for more than a few years, you’ve likely built-up significant equity that...

If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life.

12/29/2023

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What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be.
Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about.

1. Down Payment

Saving for your down payment is likely top of mind as you set out to buy a home. But do you know how much you’ll need? While every buyer’s situation is different, there’s a common misconception that putting 20% of the purchase price down is required.

To understand your options, partner with trusted real estate professionals to go over the various loan types, down payment assistance programs, and what each one requires.

2. Closing Costs

Bankrate explains: “Closing costs are the fees you pay when finalizing a real estate transaction, whether you’re refinancing a mortgage or buying a new home. These costs can amount to 2 to 5...

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be.

12/27/2023

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Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]

As you get ready to sell your house, there are a few things you should add to your to-do list to make it inviting and boost curb appeal. To name just a couple, it’s a good idea to declutter, take down personal photos and items, touch up any scuffs on the walls, and tidy up your landscaping. Connect with a trusted real estate professional for advice on what else you may want to do to get your house ready to sell this season.

As you get ready to sell your house, there are a few things you should add to your to-do list to make it inviting and boost curb appeal.

12/25/2023

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Dreaming of that perfect home? Saving for your down payment is key, and it might be easier than you think. The average down payment is much less than the 20% so many people assume. Plus, there are a variety of down payment assistance programs ready to lend a hand. DM me today and let's kickstart your journey to homeownership.

12/22/2023

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Homeownership isn't just about having a place to live. It's the foundation for building a life you love. Ready to explore the path to your good life? Let's chat about making your homeownership dreams a reality.

12/20/2023

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What You Need To Know About Down Payments [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think. There are various loan options for qualified buyers with down payments as low as 3.5% or even no down payment requirement. There are also thousands of programs available to help homebuyers with their down payments. With the right resources, your down payment may be more within reach than you realize. To learn more about your options, let’s connect.

If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think.

12/18/2023

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The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying

There’s no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and that’s impacting what you can afford. At the same time, there are still fewer homes available for sale than the norm. These are two of the biggest hurdles buyers are facing today. But there are ways to overcome these things and still make your dream of homeownership a reality.

As you set out to make a purchase this season, you’ll want to be strategic. Here’s a great way to organize your list:

• Must-Haves – If a house doesn’t have these features, it won’t work for you and your lifestyle.
• Nice-To-Haves – These are features you’d love to have but can live without. Nice-to-haves aren’t dealbreakers, but if you find a home that hits all the must-haves and some of these, it’s a contender.
• Dream State – This is where you can really think big. Again...

There’s no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and that’s impacting what you can afford.

12/15/2023

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Thinking about selling? Before listing your current house, take a moment to plan your next move. In today's real estate market, exploring all your options is key – from existing homes to newly built ones. If you're curious about the options in our area, I'm here to help. Let's chat.

12/13/2023

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The Surprising Trend in the Number of Homes Coming onto the Market

If you're thinking about moving, it's important to know what's happening in the housing market. Here's an update on the supply of homes currently for sale. Whether you're buying or selling, the number of homes in your area is something you should pay attention to.

In the housing market, there are regular patterns that happen every year, called seasonality. Spring is the peak homebuying season and also when the most homes are typically listed for sale (homes coming onto the market are known in the industry as new listings). In the second half of each year, the number of new listings typically decreases as the pace of sales slows down.

What Does This Mean for You?

• For buyers, new listings stabilizing is a positive sign. It means you have a more steady stream of options coming onto the market and more choices for your next...

12/11/2023

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Are today’s housing market headlines leaving you with more questions than answers? That can be tough when you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy or sell a home. To get the answers you need, DM me today for your digital copies of the Winter Buyer and Seller Guides. They're your key to a clearer understanding of today's housing market.

12/08/2023

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Your Homebuying Adventure [INFOGRAPHIC]

Here are the key milestones you’ll encounter on your path to homeownership. From building your team, to house hunting, all the way to moving into your new home – it’s an exciting adventure. Your journey starts here. Let’s connect so you have expert guidance each step of the way.

Here are the key milestones you’ll encounter on your path to homeownership.

12/06/2023

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Thinking about buying a home? If so, it’s a good idea to know what the experts project for home prices over the next few years. Prices are expected to rise not just next year, but through 2027. So, if you were worried prices will fall, rest assured experts say they’ll climb for years to come. DM me today if you want to learn more about housing market forecasts or home prices near us.