A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 28, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers.

There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past two years. Two of the biggest hurdles homebuyers faced during the pandemic were the limited number of homes for sale and the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. But those two things have reached a turning point. As you may have already heard, the number of homes for sale has increased this year, and even more so this spring. As Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for realtor.com, explains: “New listings–a measure of sellers putting homes up for sale–were up 6% above one year ago. Home...

Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 27, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage, Pricing.

You may be reading headlines and hearing talk about a potential housing bubble or a crash, but it’s important to understand that the data and expert opinions tell a different story. A recent survey from Pulsenomics asked over one hundred housing market experts and real estate economists if they believe the housing market is in a bubble. The results indicate most experts don’t think that’s the case (see graph below): As the graph shows, a strong majority (60%) said the real estate market is not currently in a bubble. In the same survey, experts give the following reasons why this isn’t like...

Florida Mortgage | Home Price Appreciation Helps Build Your Wealth

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 25, 2022. Posted in Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage.

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Why an Agent Is Essential When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 24, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Infographics, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage, Pricing, Selling Myths.

Some Highlights When it comes to pricing your house, there’s a lot to consider. The only way to ensure you price it right is by partnering with a local real estate professional. To find the best price, your agent balances current market demand, the values of homes in your neighborhood, where prices are headed, and your home’s condition. Don’t pick just any price for your house. If you’re ready to sell, let’s connect to find the perfect price for your house. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Florida Mortgage | Florida Market Update

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 24, 2022. Posted in Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage.

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Homeownership Is a Great Hedge Against the Impact of Rising Inflation

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 23, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage, Pricing.

If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve heard about rising inflation. Today, inflation is at a 40-year high. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): “Consumer prices accelerated again in May as shelter, energy and food prices continued to surge at the fastest pace in decades. This marked the third straight month for inflation above an 8% rate and was the largest year-over-year gain since December 1981.” With inflation rising, you’re likely feeling it impact your day-to-day life as prices go up for gas, groceries, and more. These climbing consumer costs...

Florida Mortgage | A Recession Doesn’t Equal a Housing Crisis

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 23, 2022. Posted in Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage.

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Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 22, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers.

Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating, be careful when it comes to making any big purchases. Here are a few things you may not realize you need to avoid after applying for your home loan. Don’t Deposit Large Sums of Cash Lenders need to source your money, and cash isn’t easily traceable. Before you deposit any amount of cash into your accounts, discuss the proper way to document your transactions with your loan officer. Don’t Make Any Large Purchases It’s not just home-related...

The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past Year

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 21, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

If you own a home, your net worth likely just got a big boost thanks to rising home equity. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. And today, based on recent home price appreciation, you’re building that equity far faster than you may expect – here’s how it works. Because there’s an ongoing imbalance between the number of homes available for sale and the number of buyers looking to make a purchase, home prices are on the rise. That means your home is worth more in today’s market because it’s in high demand. As Patrick Dodd, President and CEO of CoreLogic, explains: “Price...

Why Achieving the Dream of Homeownership Can Be More Difficult for Some Americans

Written by Lower Keys Mortgage Syndicated User on June 20, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Lower Keys Florida Mortgage, Lower Keys Mortgage.

Today we take time to honor and recognize the past and present experiences of Black Americans. When it comes to real estate specifically, equitable access to housing has come a long way, but the path to homeownership is still steeper for households of color. The Gap in Homeownership Rate in America It’s a more challenging journey to achieve homeownership for some buyers, as shown by the measurable gap between the overall average U.S. homeownership rate and that of non-white groups. Today, Census data shows the lowest homeownership rate persists in the Black community (see graph below): This...

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