It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 24, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Key West Florida News, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

Some Highlights Due to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen. Sellers can benefit from more offers to pick from, higher home values, and a faster sales process. That might be why 73% of people believe it’s a good time to sell. Sellers, don’t miss out on this unique opportunity. Let’s connect so you can take advantage of this hot sellers’ market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Remote Work Is Here To Stay. Can Your Home Deliver the Space You Need?

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 24, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Buyers, For Sellers, Key West Florida News, Move-Up Buyers.

A lot has changed over the past year. For many people, the rise in remote work influenced what they’re looking for in a home and created a greater appetite for a dedicated home office. Some professionals took advantage of the situation and purchased a bigger home. Other people thought working from home would be temporary, so they chose to get creative and make the space they already had work for them. But recent headlines indicate working from home isn’t a passing fad. If you’re still longing for a dedicated home office, now may be the time to find the home that addresses your evolving needs....

Two Reasons Why Waiting a Year To Buy Could Cost You

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 24, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Florida Keys News, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Key West Florida News, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

If you’re a renter with a desire to become a homeowner, or a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, you may be hoping that waiting a year might mean better market conditions to purchase a home. To determine if you should buy now or wait, you need to ask yourself two simple questions: What will home prices be like in 2022? Where will mortgage rates be by the end of 2022? Let’s shed some light on the answers to both of these questions. What will home prices be like in 2022? Three major housing industry entities project continued home price appreciation for 2022....

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 24, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Key West Florida News, Rent vs. Buy.

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today’s mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of multiple offers and a fast sale. If this sounds like good news to you, let’s connect today so you can capitalize on the unique opportunity you have in today’s market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 24, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Buyers, For Sellers, Key West Florida News, Move-Up Buyers.

If you’ve been in your home for longer than five years, you’re not alone. According to recent data from First American, homeowners are staying put much longer than historical averages (see graph below):As the graph shows, before 2008, homeowners sold their houses after an average of just five years. Today, that number has more than doubled to over 10 years. The housing industry refers to this as your tenure. To really explore tenure, it’s important to understand what drives people to make a move. An article from The Balance explores some of the primary reasons individuals choose to sell their...

The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Key West Florida News, 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,...

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

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Key West Florida News, Pricing.

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...

Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Key West Florida News, Selling Myths.

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...

Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Florida Keys News, For Sellers, Interest Rates, Key West Florida News, Move-Up Buyers.

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 is a strong indicator of buyer demand....

Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Distressed Properties, Florida Keys News, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Key West Florida News, Pricing, Short Sales.

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...

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It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Remote Work Is Here To Stay. Can Your Home Deliver the Space You Need?

Two Reasons Why Waiting a Year To Buy Could Cost You

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?

The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

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

Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

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