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....

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...

5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer

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

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses for sale and high buyer demand. If you’re buying this fall, you’ll want every advantage, especially when you’ve found the home of your dreams. Below are five things to keep in mind when it’s time to make an offer. 1. Know Your Budget Knowing your budget and what you can afford is critical to your success as a homebuyer. The best way to understand your numbers is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a loan. As Freddie Mac puts it: “This...

Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?

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

An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing inventory is the major reason for the double-digit price appreciation we’ve seen in each of the last two years. It’s the reason many would-be purchasers are frustrated with the bidding wars over the homes that are available. However, signs of relief are finally appearing. According to data from realtor.com, active listings have increased over the last four months. They define active listings as: “The active listing count tracks the number of for sale properties...

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Florida Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Florida Keys News, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Key West Florida News, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

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

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....

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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

Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?

5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer

Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

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