John Mathew - Realtor

03/02/2025

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.

03/01/2025

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, including rent rising and missing out on the equity homeowners gain through the years.

02/28/2025

Your home’s value may have risen more than you think – even if you haven’t lived there for that long.
Over the past five years, prices have surged. Nationally, they’re up by nearly 60%.
If selling has been on your mind, now’s the time to find out what your home is really worth. Because odds are, the number will surprise you.
I’m offering a free professional equity assessment right now so homeowners can see the numbers for themselves. Interested? DM me or drop a comment below.

02/27/2025

Are you worried investors are buying up all the homes? The data tells a different story.

Investor purchases are actually way down from their 2% peak a few years ago. The latest data shows they’re buying just 0.3% today. That’s a big decrease.

How does knowing investors are buying fewer homes change your outlook on buying this year?

02/26/2025

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

In today’s market, buying a home with an ADU or adding one to your current house could be worth considering. Just be sure to talk with a real estate agent who can explain local codes and regulations for this type of housing and what’s available in your area.
What’s your motivation for exploring ADUs?

Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget?

02/25/2025

Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?

Big institutional investors aren’t buying up all the homes – if anything they’re buying less than they have been. Let’s connect and talk about what’s happening in our local market. There could be more opportunities than you think.
How does knowing investors are buying fewer homes change the way you see your chances in today’s market?

Are you trying to buy a home but you feel like you’re up against deep-pocketed Wall Street investors snatching up everything in sight? 

02/24/2025

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

The latest expert forecasts say rates are expected to settle between 6.5-7% 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.

02/23/2025

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it's smart to make strategic updates now so your house stands out. But with only a month left before spring, you need to prioritize projects that’ll have an impact. Let’s connect so you know how to prioritize what’s really worth your time, money, and effort.

02/21/2025

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.​ But how do you decide what’s worth doing? ​You lean on an agent. An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick wins that’ll have a big impact, and what projects have the best ROI. What projects are on your to-do list before selling? With only a month left before spring, let’s connect so you know what’s worth the time and effort.

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates. 

02/20/2025

The Return to Urban Living — Why More People Are Moving Back to Cities

The urban renaissance is real. Whether it’s the vibrant culture, being close to work, or having easy access to everything you need, cities are once again calling — and people are answering.

What’s your favorite thing about life in the city? Let me know.

I’d love to find you a home you love where all the hustle and bustle makes life a bit more exciting.

After years of suburban and rural migration during the pandemic, cities have been making a comeback in the past couple of years

02/19/2025

There are so many reasons people love their home.

From the powerful, non-financial benefits to the wealth-building opportunities – it's easy to fall in love with homeownership.

Whether it made this list or not, I want to know: what’s the #1 reason you want to buy? Comment below or send me a DM.

02/18/2025

Are you worried about inflation and what it means for your plans to buy a home? Here are two reasons homeownership is actually a great hedge against inflation:

1) While your other costs rise, if you buy a home with a fixed-rate mortgage, your biggest expense stays stable.

2) Since home prices usually rise faster than inflation, you’ll own an asset that should grow in value. That makes buying a good investment.

How would owning a home change the way you think about building long-term wealth?