Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance

Written by super22 on February 20, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. There are more homes for sale than there were at this time last year, but inventory is still historically low. So, if a house has been sitting on the market for a while, that’s a sign it may not be hitting the mark for potential buyers. But here’s the thing. Right now, homes that are updated and priced at market value are still selling fast.

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by super22 on February 17, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices?

Written by super22 on February 16, 2023. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up for spring. It can be hard to navigate misleading headlines and confusing data, so here’s what you should know about today’s home prices.

Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?

Written by super22 on February 15, 2023. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built.

What You Should Know About Closing Costs

Written by super22 on February 13, 2023. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closing costs are and how much you should budget for.

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by super22 on February 10, 2023. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash

Written by super22 on February 10, 2023. Posted in Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But there’s good news. Current data shows today’s market is nothing like it was before the housing crash in 2008.

Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years

Written by super22 on February 8, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

The biggest challenge in the housing market right now, and likely for years to come, is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. That’s why, if you’re thinking about selling your house, this is a great time to do so. Your house would be welcome in a market that has fewer homes for sale than it did in the years leading up to the pandemic.

How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate

Written by super22 on February 8, 2023. Posted in Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership can be a steeper climb for households of color. It’s an important experience to talk about, along with how it can make all the difference for diverse homebuyers to work with the right real estate experts.

The Top Reasons for Selling Your House

Written by super22 on February 8, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Interest Rates, Selling Myths, Upper Keys, Upper Keys Florida Mortgage, Upper Keys History, Upper Keys Mortgage, Upper Keys News.

Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the low mortgage rate they have on their current house. And while today’s rates have started coming down from last year’s peak, they’re still higher than they were a couple of years ago.

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