Once you’ve made the decision to sell your house and have hired a real estate agent to help, they’ll ask how much access to your home you want to give potential buyers. Your answer matters more now than it did in recent years. Here’s why. At the height of the buying frenzy seen during the pandemic, there was a rise in the number of homebuyers who put offers on houses sight unseen....

Though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy of a year ago, buyers are showing their interest in purchasing a home. According to U.S. News: “Housing markets have cooled slightly, but demand hasn’t disappeared, and in many places remains strong largely due to the shortage of homes on the market.” That activity can be seen in the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring...

One of the benefits of being a homeowner is that you build equity over time. By selling your house, that equity can be used toward purchasing your next home. But before you can put it to use, you should understand exactly what equity is and how it grows. Bankrate explains it like this: “Home equity is the portion of your home you’ve paid off – in other words, your stake in...

A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you’re planning to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts are saying you should keep in mind.   1. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling   Houses that are updated and priced at their current market value are still selling. Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist...

Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates.   How Equity Has Grown in Recent Years    Because of the imbalance between how many homes were for sale and the number of homebuyers in the...

If you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to work with someone who understands how the market is changing and what it means for you. Here are five reasons working with a professional can ensure you’ll get the most out of your sale.   1. They’re Experts on Market Trends   With today’s housing market defined by change, it’s critical to work with someone who knows the latest information and how it...

  One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac:   “Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.”   With spring approaching, now’s a great time to consider if buying a home makes sense for you. The best way to figure that out...

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...

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.   The Number of Newly Built Homes Is on the Rise   While there are more houses for sale right now than there were at this time last year, there’s...