With so many of our communities and neighbors negatively affected by the fires - a real estate report seems trivial. But we have clients still trying to make buying and selling decisions, so we will try to continue to deliver straightforward data on market conditions.
Read MoreToday, home prices are appreciating. When we hear prices are going up, it’s normal to think a home will cost more as the trend continues. The way the housing market is positioned today, however, low mortgage rates are actually making homes more affordable, even as prices rise.
Read MoreWe’re sitting in an optimal moment in time for homeowners who are ready to sell their houses and make a move this year. Today’s homeowners are, on average, staying in their homes longer than they used to, and this is one factor driving increased homeowner equity. When equity grows, selling a house becomes increasingly desirable. Here’s a breakdown of why it’s a great time to capitalize on equity gain in today’s market.
Read MoreCOVID-19 effects on the real estate market are dwindling. Read more here.
Read MoreMarket activity begins to tick up after severe shelter-in-place plunge. Median home sales prices are up. Interest rates hit new low.
Read MoreThere are 6 common mistakes that many homebuyers make when it comes to their mortgage that can have a significant impact on the outcome of this critical step. If handled correctly, these issues could result in a mortgage that will cost you less over a shorter period of time.
Read MoreImportant! If you have a mortgage or rent and are suffering from financial losses due to Covid-19
Read MoreThis article was written before the coronavirus – in fact, the first version was written over 10 years ago by our chief market analyst to help place the 2008 crash into context. We realize there are much more important things than real estate right now, but since some of our clients are trying to make decisions about buying and selling, we will continue to try to provide useful information on market trends and conditions. At this point, we cannot know how the current crisis will play out.
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