Reasons Renters Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2021. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL, Rent vs. Buy.

Some Highlights When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors. Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater flexibility than renting. If you’re ready to take advantage of the perks of homeownership, let’s connect to explore your options. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2021. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), it’s clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionally and financially. In addition to long-term stability, buying a home is one of the best ways to increase your net worth. This boost to your wealth comes in the form of equity. Equity is the difference between what you owe on the home and its market value based on factors like price appreciation. The best thing about equity is that it often grows without you even realizing it, especially in a sellers’...

Don’t Tackle Selling Your Home on Your Own – an Agent Can Help

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL, Selling Myths.

If you’re looking to maximize your sale and minimize your effort, you need to work with a real estate professional. In a sellers’ market like today’s, it can be tempting to list your house on your own – known as For Sale By Owner (FSBO). But the truth is, a real estate professional can save you time and money by managing every step of the process, from pricing your home to reviewing documents and handling negotiations. Before you decide to sell your house on your own, here are five reasons why working with an agent is your best bet to maximize the sale of your home. 1. First impressions are...

The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL, Selling Myths.

When it comes to the latest news in real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be hard to know what to believe, put your trust in the experts. Those of us in the housing market respect that buying or selling a home is a major life decision, and we offer advice based on what the data shows. Despite what you may have read, the housing market is still undeniably strong. Here’s a look at what leading experts have to say about buyer demand today and how it continues to shape the industry: Michael Lane, President at ShowingTime: “In general,...

Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL.

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Over the last year, agents have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep you safe. And experts say these practices are here to stay. As Bob Goldberg, CEO of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it: “The pandemic has confirmed to all of us in the industry that technology will continue to transform real estate.” Below is a closer look at some of the new tools real...

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 10, 2021. Posted in Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL.

Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separate fact from fiction. Trust the pros. If you want to understand why it’s still a good time to buy, let’s connect today. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters href=”https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/?a=429471-6e7ae3e7d7cea4059ea7d116981248f9″>Keeping Current...

Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022?

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 9, 2021. Posted in Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL.

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year. Here are the latest percentages showing the year-over-year increase in home price appreciation: The House Price Index (HPI) from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA): 18.8% The S. National Home Price Index from S&P Case-Shiller: 18.6% The Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic: 18% The dramatic increases are seen at every price point and in...

Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 8, 2021. Posted in Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL.

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time (see graph below), that’s little comfort to those individuals who are facing challenges today.If you haven’t taken advantage of the forbearance period, it may be time to research and understand your options. It starts with knowing what foreclosure is. Investopedia defines it like this: “Foreclosure is the legal process by which a lender...

Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 7, 2021. Posted in Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL.

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later. 1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly According to the Realtors Confidence Index released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes continue to sell quickly – on average, they’re selling in just 17 days. As a seller, that’s great news for you. Average days on market...

Honoring the American Workforce

Written by Miramar Beach FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 6, 2021. Posted in Miramar Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miramar Beach FL, Uncategorized.

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