If you’re reading headlines about inflation or mortgage rates, you may see something about the recent decision from the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But what does it mean for you, the housing market, and your plans to buy a home? Here’s what you need to know. Inflation and the Housing Market While the

There’s been some concern lately that the housing market is headed for a crash. And given some of the affordability challenges in the housing market, along with a lot of recession talk in the media, it’s easy enough to understand why that worry has come up. But the data clearly shows today’s market

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If you’re looking to buy a house, you may find today’s limited supply of homes available for sale challenging. When housing inventory is as low as it is right now, it can feel like a bit of an uphill battle to find the perfect home for you because there just isn’t that much to choose from. If you ne

Some Highlights Not sure if selling your house is the right move today? You should know there are a number of reasons it still makes sense to sell now. Your house will stand out because inventory is low. That’s why the number of offers on recently sold homes is on the rise. And most homeowners have

The Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to raise its benchmark interest rate for the tenth time in a year, putting too much pressure on small regional banks, says NAR’s chief economist. Continue Reading… Visit my website at: https://www.anastasiakaufman.com/ Here’s my Facebook Account: https://www.faceb

Downsizing has long been a popular option when homeowners reach retirement age. But there are plenty of other life changes that could make downsizing worthwhile. Homeowners who have experienced a change in their lives or no longer feel like their house fits their needs may benefit from downsizing to

By Lighter Side Staff There’s been a lot of concern about whether artificial intelligence is getting out of hand, and some people have been worried about ChatGPT taking over their jobs, or even the entire world! Well, real estate agents are breathing a collective sigh of relief that their jobs aren’

These real-estate professionals remember showing their clients tons of properties before they found the one By Robyn A. FriedmanApril 29, 2023 7:00 am ET What is the most houses you’ve had to show before a buyer made a purchase? READ MORE… ILLUSTRATION: RYAN JOHNSON Visit my website at: https://www.

Budgeting for your first home? Try these tips for boosting your savings. • APR 22 2023 If you already have a designated monthly savings bucket, that’s a great start. Of course, the more you’re able to put away, the faster you’ll reach your savings goals for your home. Here are 21 ideas to help make

PUBLISHED TUE, MAY 2 202310:37 AM EDTUPDATED TUE, MAY 2 202310:42 AM EDTDiana Olick A “For Sale” sign outside of a home in Atlanta, Georgia, Feb. 17, 2023.Dustin Chambers | Bloomberg | Getty Images After cooling for the better part of last year, home prices are on the rise again. A sharp drop in new

PUBLISHED WED, MAY 3 20232:00 PM EDTUPDATED 5 HOURS AGO Jessica Dickler The Federal Reserve Bank building Kevin Lamarque | Reuters The Federal Reserve raised the target federal funds rate by another 0.25 percentage point on Wednesday. Continue Reading… Visit my website at: https://www.anastasiakaufm

PUBLISHED WED, MAY 3 20237:00 AM EDT Diana Olick Homes in Centreville, Maryland, US, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Nathan Howard | Bloomberg | Getty Images Mortgage demand from homebuyers has been erratic to say the least during the usually busy spring housing market. That is likely because today’s buy

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If you’re a homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s the good news. Even with higher mortgage rates, buyer traffic is actually picking up speed. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively to

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Everywhere you look, people are talking about a potential recession. And if you’re planning to buy or sell a house, this may leave you wondering if your plans are still a wise move. To help ease your mind, experts are saying that if we do officially enter a recession, it’ll be mild and short. As the

Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should buy a home this year? If so, consider this. Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years. That’s because, historically, rents trend up over time. Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 19

Some Highlights With so few homes on the market right now, widening the scope of your search to include nearby areas could help you find more options in your budget. You can also work with a trusted lender to consider alternative financing options and search for down payment assistance. If you’ve be