When it comes to buying a house, most people focus first on what’s going on inside the house. The size of the kitchen, the number of bedrooms, closets, storage, etc., …
What does it Mean when a Home’s Sale is Pending?
There are steps to buying a home. You don’t just find a house, make an offer, and move in as soon as it’s accepted. In fact, though having an offer …
Educated Buyers Make Happier Homeowners
The best defense against making avoidable mistakes is education. The more you know about something, the less likely you are to screw it up. So you’d think home buyers would …
Will This Year Be Better For Buyers Or Sellers?
If you want to know whether this year is going to be good for buyers or sellers or both, you need to watch for a couple of factors. First, take …
Will Low Inventory Affect Your Home Search?
If you’ve followed the housing market at all this year, you’ve likely heard something about inventory. Inventory refers to the number of homes available for sale. This year, it’s been …
How Your Pets Influence What Home You Buy
Most people treat their pets like they’re a member of the family. In fact, a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors, found a full 99 percent of pet …
59 Million Americans Say They Want to Buy
A recent survey conducted by Princeton Survey Research Associates says 59 million Americans are considering buying a home this year. That’s roughly one in four adults. Conducted on behalf of …
Homeownership: Still the American Dream
Homeownership has long been seen as a big part of achieving the American dream. And that hasn’t changed, according to recent data from the National Association of Realtors. An analysis …
Will Wage Increases Offset Affordability Worries?
Buying a home is not something many people do without weighing the pros and cons. After all, there are a lot of factors that play into whether or not a …
Home Buyers Say, “The Bigger, The Better”
Owning a home is a big draw for buyers. In fact, recent data from the National Association of Realtors shows 31 percent of all buyers said they were purchasing a …