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… Read more →
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What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market
Though the housing market in the Charlottesville area is no longer experiencing the quite 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 stronglargely due to the shortage of homes on the market.” That activity can be… Read more →
Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring
Though there are more homes for sale now in the Charlottesville area than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewerhouses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.computs it this way: “While the number of homes for sale is increasing, it is still 43.2% lower than it… Read more →
One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home
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… Read more →
Checklist for Selling Your House This Spring
Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, there are specific things you can add to your to-do list. These include decluttering, taking down personal photos and items, and power washing outdoor surfaces. Let’s connect so you have advice on what you may want to do to get your house ready to sell this season. Have questions? Reach… Read more →
How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality
According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable. However, it’s unlikely all 28 million Americans will accomplish that goal in the coming year. Experts project… Read more →
Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance
To sell your Charlottesville 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… Read more →
What You Should Know About Closing Costs
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… Read more →
The Top Reasons for Selling Your House.
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… Read more →
Post Pandemic Migration Trends: The Move from City to Suburbs
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the lives of millions, and one of the most notable changes has been the migration of people from cities to suburbs. With lockdowns and the rise of remote work, many have chosen to move away from the stir of city life in pursuit of more outdoor space. Remote Work Since the onset of the COVID-19… Read more →