Danny Taylor at FC Tucker Emge

02/16/2024

Achieve Your Dream of Homeownership with Condos and Townhomes [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you’re trying to buy a home but are having a hard time finding something in your budget, here’s something that can help: consider condos and townhomes. They may better fit your budget, can help you start building equity, and tend to require minimal upkeep and less maintenance. Looking at condos and townhomes can make it easier to find and buy a home. When you're ready, DM me.

If you’re trying to buy a home but are having a hard time finding something in your budget, here’s something that can help: consider condos and townhomes.

02/15/2024

Thinking about buying a home this year? There’s a lot more to it than just finding the right house. You’ve got to be strategic about how you prepare. From saving for your down payment to improving your credit score, the steps you take before you start browsing are key. Don't wait until you're ready to start house hunting, let's connect now for expert guidance on how to achieve your homebuying goals.

02/14/2024

Home Equity Can Be a Game Changer When You Sell

Are you on the fence about selling your house? While affordability is improving this year, it’s still tight. And that may be on your mind. But understanding your home equity could be the key to making your decision easier.

Think of equity as a simple math equation. It's the value of your home now minus what you owe on your mortgage. And guess what? Recently, your equity has probably grown more than you think.

In the past few years, home prices skyrocketed, which means your home's value – and your equity – likely shot up, too. So, you may have more equity than you realize.

How To Make the Most of Your Home Equity Right Now

If you're thinking about moving, the equity you have in your home could be a big help. According to CoreLogic: “. . . the average U.S. homeowner with a mortgage still has more than $300,000 in equity . . .”

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Are you on the fence about selling your house?

02/13/2024

Looking to secure your victory as a buyer in today's market? With the right team and strategy, winning is still within reach. It all starts with a solid plan. Let's connect and strategize together to ensure your next move is a winning one.

02/12/2024

What’s Really Happening with Mortgage Rates?

Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they’re coming down. But then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. And that may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true.

The simplest answer is: that what you read or hear will vary based on the time frame they’re looking at. Here’s some information that can help clear up the confusion.

Mortgage Rates Are Volatile by Nature

Mortgage rates don’t move in a straight line. There are too many factors at play for that to happen. Instead, rates bounce around because they’re impacted by things like economic conditions, decisions from the Federal Reserve, and so much more. That means they might be up one day and down the next depending on what’s going on in the economy and the world as a whole.

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Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates?

02/09/2024

Why You’ll Love Being a Homeowner

You’ll love being a homeowner. Let’s connect and make it happen.

02/08/2024

Thinking about selling your house soon? Here's a helpful tip: Make sure your home is available for showings as much as you can. To make it easier, think ahead and have a go-to spot nearby where you can hang out for a bit if you need to step out during showings. Let's chat about your plans and ensure you navigate the selling process with confidence and ease.

02/07/2024

Experts Project Home Prices Will Go Up in 2024

Experts project home prices will go up in 2024. Let’s connect to go over what’s happening with home prices in our local area.

02/06/2024

Houses Are Still Selling Fast

Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn't as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when houses were selling quicker than ever, they’re still selling faster than normal.

The graph below uses data from Realtor.com to tell the story of median days on the market for every January from 2017 all the way through the latest numbers available. For Realtor.com, days on the market means from the time a house is listed for sale until its closing date or the date it’s taken off the market. This metric can help give you an idea of just how quickly homes are selling compared to more normal years.

According to Realtor.com: “Homes spent 69 days on the market, which is three days shorter than last year and more than two weeks shorter than before the COVID-19 pandemic.”

What Does This Mean for You?

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Have you been thinking about selling your house?

02/05/2024

Are you considering buying your first home? There’s good reason to think about it as affordability has improved a little bit lately. Lower mortgage rates and growing inventory mean your first home might be just around the corner. If you're ready to start on the exciting journey to homeownership, I'm here to help. Let's connect.

02/02/2024

There’s No Foreclosure Wave in Sight [INFOGRAPHIC]

Headlines saying foreclosures are rising might make you feel uneasy. But the truth is, there’s no need to worry. If you look at the latest numbers, they’re still below pre-pandemic norms and way below what happened during the crash. If you're worried about a flood of foreclosures, the data shows a foreclosure crisis is not where the market is today and is not where it’s headed.

Headlines saying foreclosures are rising might make you feel uneasy. But the truth is, there’s no need to worry.

02/01/2024

The Top Benefits of Buying a Multi-Generational Home

Has the idea of sharing a home with loved ones like your grandparents, parents, or other relatives crossed your mind? If so, you’re not alone. More buyers are choosing to go this route and buy a multi-generational home. Here’s a look at some of the top reasons why, to see if a home like this may be right for you too.

Why Buyers Are Opting for Multi-Generational Living

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), two of the top reasons buyers are opting for multi-generational homes today have to do with affordability.
First-time buyers are focused most on cost savings – with 28% saying this was a key reason for them. By pooling their resources with others, they can share financial responsibilities like mortgage payments, utilities, and more to make homeownership more affordable. This is especially helpful for those first-time homebuyers who may...

Has the idea of sharing a home with loved ones like your grandparents, parents, or other relatives crossed your mind?