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11/08/2024

Here’s a powerful look at the net worth gap between homeowners and renters.

The latest data shows homeowners, on average, have nearly 40 times the net worth of renters.

That’s because owning a home helps build wealth over time thanks to rising home values and growing equity.

Let’s chat so I can help you see the financial benefits of buying instead of renting. And if homeownership feels out of reach right now, I can help you explore programs that can help too.



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11/07/2024

Renting vs. Buying: The Net Worth Gap You Need To See

If you’re not sure if you should rent or buy, keep in mind that if you can make the numbers work, owning a home can really grow your wealth over time.
And if homeownership feels out of reach, let’s connect so we can explore programs that may make buying possible.



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Trying to decide between renting or buying a home?

11/06/2024

Does the thought of buying or selling a home in today’s market make you feel a bit nervous? If so, you need to talk to an agent.

You shouldn’t have to feel worried or stressed about making a move – you should feel excited.

And with the right agent by your side, the process can be smooth, and even enjoyable. Let’s talk about how I can help your move be a confident one.



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11/05/2024

Trying to buy a home but not finding anything in your price point?

A fixer upper, or a house that needs some updates, could be your way into homeownership -- since they’re typically priced lower than move-in-ready homes.

But here are a few tips you’ll want to keep in mind if you go this route.

If you want to talk through if this makes sense for you or if you want to see what’s available, DM me.



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11/04/2024

Q&A: How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market

You may have questions about how the Presidential election will impact the housing market. Here are your answers.



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11/02/2024

Are you asking how the upcoming election is going to impact the housing market? Here are your answers.

Based on historical data, mortgage rates tend to decrease leading up to an election, while home prices and sales increase the year after the election.

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11/01/2024

How Real Estate Agents Take the Fear Out of Moving

Feeling a bit unsure, or even afraid, to move with everything going on right now? The decision to move shouldn’t be scary, it should be exciting. And the best way to eliminate any fear is to work with a pro.
Here are just a few examples of why that expertise can give you so much peace of mind.
1. Explaining the Current Market
You may be seeing misleading headlines about a potential market crash, falling prices, and more. And when you’re not an expert yourself, it’s easy to get swept up in the clickbait and let that scare you. A real estate agent is there to help you separate fact from fiction and to debunk any headline that does more to terrify than clarify. With their deep understanding of local market trends, home values, inventory levels, and more, they’ll help you feel more confident in your decision.
2. Walking You...



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Feeling a bit unsure, or even afraid, to move with everything going on right now?

10/31/2024

Why Home Sales Bounce Back After Presidential Elections

With the 2024 Presidential election fast approaching, you might be wondering what impact, if any, it’s having on the housing market. Let’s break it down.

Election Years Bring a Temporary Slowdown

In any given year, home sales slow down slightly in the fall. It’s a typical, seasonal trend. However, according to data from BTIG, in election years there’s usually a slightly larger dip in home sales in the month leading up to Election Day.

Home Sales Bounce Back After the Election

The good news is these delayed sales aren’t lost forever—they’re just postponed. History shows sales tend to rebound after the election is over. In fact, home sales have actually increased 82% of the time in the year after the election.

What To Expect in 2025

If history is any indicator, that means more homes will sell next year. And based on the...



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With the 2024 Presidential election fast approaching, you might be wondering what impact, if any, it’s having on the housing market.

10/30/2024

Wondering how elections impact home sales?

Typically, they bring a short-term slowdown in the housing market as general uncertainty makes buyers and sellers hit pause on their plans. But historical data shows home sales tend to bounce right back after the election. Those sales aren’t lost – they’re just delayed.

And current expert forecasts show the trend should continue as more homes are expected to sell in 2025.

With the market expected to pick up a bit next year, now is a great time to start preparing.



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10/29/2024

Debunking Scary Myths About Buying a Home

There are a number of scary myths about homebuying in today’s market. Here’s what you need to know. Prices are not expected to crash, it is possible to buy even with student loan debt, and there are programs that can help you save for a down payment. Don’t let scary myths delay your homebuying plans. Let's connect so you have a pro to help you separate the facts from your fears.



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There are a number of scary myths about homebuying in today’s market. Here’s what you need to know.

10/28/2024

Debunking Scary Myths About Buying a Home

Don’t let scary myths delay your homebuying dreams. Let's connect so you have a pro to help you separate fact from fiction.



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10/26/2024

Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Won’t Trigger a Crash

With everything feeling more expensive these days, it’s natural to worry about how rising costs might impact the housing market. Many people are concerned that high prices and tighter budgets could cause more homeowners to fall behind on their mortgage payments, leading to a wave of foreclosures.

But before you start worrying about a housing market crash, here’s a look at what’s really happening. And the good news is: the latest foreclosure data shows there’s no wave on the horizon.

How Today’s Market Is Different from 2008

Let’s ease those fears by looking at the bigger picture. There’s a big difference between what’s happening now, and what happened when the housing market crashed.
As an article from Bankrate explains: “In the years after the housing crash, millions of foreclosures flooded the housing market, depressing...



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With everything feeling more expensive these days, it’s natural to worry about how rising costs might impact the housing market.