Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on October 11, 2023. Posted in Baby Boomers, Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, Demographics, For Buyers, For Sellers.

During the pandemic, many people distanced themselves from their loved ones for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away from their grandkids, especially as schools started to open. That’s because it would have been risky to visit with their grandchildren who may have gotten sick from school.Now that the pandemic has passed, many grandparents want more than ever to be near their grandchildren again to make up for that lost time. But how are they getting that “Grandparent Wish?” The data tells us many are moving to make sure they’re getting more quality time.Grandparents Are Moving...

Key Skills You Need Your Listing Agent To Have

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on October 10, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Sellers, Selling Myths.

Selling your house is a big decision. And that can make it feel both exciting and a little bit nerve-wracking. But the key to a successful sale is finding the perfect listing agent to work with you throughout the process. A listing agent, also known as a seller’s agent, helps market and sell your house while advocating for you every step of the way. But, how do you know you’ve found the perfect match in an agent? Here are three key skills you’ll want your listing agent to have.They Price Your House Based on the Latest DataWhile it may be tempting to pick the agent who suggests the...

Home Prices Are Not Falling

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on October 4, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Selling Myths.

During the fourth quarter of last year, some housing experts projected home prices were going to crash in 2023. The media ran with those forecasts and put out headlines calling for doom and gloom in the housing market. All of this negative news coverage made a lot of people have doubts about the strength of the residential real estate market.If it made you question if you should delay your own plans to move, here’s what you really need to know.Home Prices Never CrashedDisregard what you saw in the headlines. The actual data shows home prices were remarkably resilient and performed far better...

Why Your House Didn’t Sell

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 29, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Sellers, Selling Myths.

If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, you’re likely feeling a little frustrated. Not to mention, you’re also probably wondering what went wrong. Here are three questions to think about as you figure out what to do next.Did You Limit Access to Your House?One of the biggest mistakes you can make when selling your house is restricting the days and times when potential buyers can tour it. Being flexible with your schedule is important when you’re selling your house, even though it might feel a bit stressful to drop everything and leave when buyers want to see it. After...

Why Today’s Housing Inventory Shows a Crash Isn’t on the Horizon

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 28, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates.

You might remember the housing crash in 2008, even if you didn’t own a home at the time. If you’re worried there’s going to be a repeat of what happened back then, there’s good news – the housing market now is different from 2008.One important reason is there aren’t enough homes for sale. That means there’s an undersupply, not an oversupply like the last time. For the market to crash, there would have to be too many houses for sale, but the data doesn’t show that happening.Housing supply comes from three main sources:Homeowners deciding to sell their housesNewly built...

The Return of Normal Seasonality for Home Price Appreciation

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 27, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths.

If you’re thinking of making a move, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? Despite what you may be hearing in the news, nationally, home prices aren’t falling. It’s just that price growth is beginning to normalize. Here’s the context you need to really understand that trend.In the housing market, there are predictable ebbs and flows that happen each year. It’s called seasonality. Spring is the peak homebuying season when the market is most active. That activity is typically still strong in the summer but begins to wane as the cooler months...

Your Home Equity Can Offset Affordability Challenges

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 20, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Selling Myths.

Are you thinking about selling your house? If so, today’s mortgage rates may be making you wonder if that’s the right decision. Some homeowners are reluctant to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. If you’re worried about this too, know that even though rates are high right now, so is home equity. Here’s what you need to know.Bankrate explains exactly what equity is and how it grows:“Home equity is the portion of your home that you’ve paid off and own outright. It’s the difference between what the home is worth and how much is still owed on your mortgage. As your home’s...

Are More Homes Coming onto the Market?

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 19, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths.

An important factor shaping today’s market is the number of homes for sale. And, if you’re considering whether or not to list your house, that’s one of the biggest advantages you have right now. When housing inventory is this low, your house will stand out, especially if it’s priced right.But there are some early signs that more listings are coming. According to the latest data, new listings (homeowners who just put their house up for sale) are trending up. Here’s a look at why this is noteworthy and what it may mean for you.More Homes Are Coming onto the Market than UsualIt’s well known that...

Plenty of Buyers Are Still Active Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 16, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Selling Myths.

Some HighlightsHolding off on selling your house because you believe there aren’t any buyers out there?Data shows buyers are still active, even with higher mortgage rates. This goes to show, people still want to buy homes, and those who can are moving now.Don’t delay your plan to sell for fear no one is buying. The opposite is true and buyer traffic is still strong today. Connect with a real estate agent to get your house in front of these buyers.

Why Is Housing Inventory So Low?

Written by Boca Raton Mortgage Syndicated User on September 15, 2023. Posted in Boca Raton Mortgage, Boca Raton Mortgage Rates, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, New Construction.

One question that’s top of mind if you’re thinking about making a move today is: Why is it so hard to find a house to buy? And while it may be tempting to wait it out until you have more options, that’s probably not the best strategy. Here’s why.There aren’t enough homes available for sale, but that shortage isn’t just a today problem. It’s been a challenge for years. Let’s take a look at some of the long-term and short-term factors that have contributed to this limited supply.Underbuilding Is a Long-Standing ProblemOne of the big reasons inventory is low is because builders haven’t been building...

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