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1. February 1, 2022Buyers Why a Move Could Bring You More Happiness This YearOver the past two years, we’ve lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. Because of the health crisis, many of us have spent more time at home and that’s led us to re-evaluate both what we need in a house and how…
2. January 31, 2022Buyers Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the CountryIf you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTOM Data,…
3. January 28, 2022Buyers Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision. Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the…
4. January 26, 2022Buyers Are You a Homeowner Thinking About Climate Change?Americans are more aware than ever of the effects climate change and natural disasters can have on their homes. According to a report from realtor.com: “More than 3 in 4 recent buyers, 78%, took [natural disasters] into account when…
5. January 25, 2022Buyers The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is HereMany members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to understand you’re never too young to start thinking about homeownership. The…
6. January 24, 2022Buyers Setting Up a Space for Your Home BusinessBuying or selling a home in Southeast Virginia? Connect with expert realtor, Chris Garguilo! (Article submitted by Alice Robertson of Tidyhome.info) When you operate a business from home, you must have a productive area to stay on task. It…
7. January 24, 2022Buyers Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in today’s market, with rising home prices and…
8. January 21, 2022Buyers Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights According to a Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for eight years in a row. Real estate tops the list because you’re not just buying a place to call home, you’re investing in your future.…
9. January 20, 2022Buyers Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, so real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The number of buyers…
10. January 19, 2022Buyers With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To ActLast week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock.…
11. January 17, 2022Buyers Achieving the Dream of HomeownershipHomeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security, and it’s…
12. January 14, 2022Buyers “Real Estate with Mr. G” Livestream Podcast for 01/15/21On this Saturday’s (01/22/22) livestream podcast of “Real Estate with Mr. G”, we will discuss: Two Ways Homebuyers Can Win in Today’s Market. Topics include: Act Early and Save, Buy Now and Move Later, Increasing your credit score and…
13. January 14, 2022Buyers Resources and Tips to Help You Make the Right Downsizing Plans for Retirement(Article contributed by Alice Robertson of Tidyhome.info) Dreaming of downsizing in retirement? If so, you are not alone in your aspirations. Countless older adults make changes to simplify their homes and their lives in preparation for a…
14. January 13, 2022Buyers Housing inventory crisis continues in 2022Only housing demand weakness can create balance. January 12, 2022, 5:43 pm By Logan Mohtashami Early in 2021, when I was talking about how people should worry about home prices overheating, I had a glimmer of hope that maybe toward the end…
15. January 13, 2022Buyers What’s Going To Happen with Home Prices This Year?After almost two years of double-digit increases, many experts thought home price appreciation would decelerate or happen at a slower pace in the last quarter of 2021. However, the latest Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic indicates…
16. January 12, 2022Buyers Two Ways Homebuyers Can Win in Today’s MarketTwo Ways Homebuyers Can Win in Today’s Market If your goal is to purchase a home this year, you might be looking for any advantage you can get in today’s sellers’ market. While competition is still fierce for homebuyers, there are ways you…
17. January 11, 2022Buyers Why Inflation Shouldn’t Stop You from Buying a Home in 2022If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing a lot about record-breaking home prices, rising consumer costs, supply chain constraints, and more. And if you’re thinking about purchasing a home this year, all of…
18. January 7, 2022Buyers How To Hit Your Homebuying Goals This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, you may want to put these items on your to-do list to ensure you hit your goals. It’s important to start working on your credit and saving for a down payment early. When you’re ready to…
19. January 6, 2022Buyers There Won’t Be a Wave of Foreclosures in the Housing MarketWhen mortgage forbearance plans were first announced and the pandemic surged through the country in early 2020, many homeowners were allowed to pause their mortgage payments. Some analysts were concerned that once the forbearance program…
20. January 4, 2022Buyers Avoid the Rental Trap in 2022Are you one of the many renters thinking about where you’ll live the next time your lease is up? Before you decide whether to look for a new house or another apartment, it’s important to understand the true costs of renting in 2022. As a…
21. January 3, 2022Buyers How Much Do You Need for Your Down Payment?As you set out on your homebuying journey, you likely have a plan in place, and you’re working on saving for your purchase. But do you know how much you actually need for your down payment? If you think you have to put 20% down, you may…
22. December 30, 2021Buyers Why Selling Your House with a Real Estate Professional Is EssentialSelling your house is no simple task. And when you sell on your own, known as a FSBO (or For Sale by Owner), you’re responsible for handling some of the more difficult aspects of the process without the expert guidance you need. The 2021…
23. December 29, 2021Buyers Expert Insights on the 2022 Housing MarketAs we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next? Will there be more homes available to buy? Will prices keep climbing? How high will mortgage rates go? For the answer to those questions and more, we turn to the…
24. December 28, 2021Buyers 5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a HomeAs a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an offer on a home, remember these five easy tips to help you rise above the competition. 1. Know Your…
25. December 28, 2021Buyers Key Things To Avoid After Applying for a MortgageOnce you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. It’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating your new place, but before you make any large…
26. December 24, 2021Buyers Merry Christmas 2021 from Mr. G!
27. December 23, 2021Buyers When a House Becomes a HomeIt’s clear that owning a home makes financial sense. But lately, the emotional side of what drives homeownership is becoming increasingly important. No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different…
28. December 22, 2021Buyers The Perks of Putting 20% Down on a HomeIf you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the loan, or could you put down less? While there are lower down payment programs available that allow qualified…
29. December 21, 2021Buyers The Average Homeowner Gained $56,700 in Equity over the Past YearWhen you think of homeownership, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are you might focus on the non-financial benefits, like the security or stability a home provides. But what about equity? While it can be overlooked, a…
30. December 20, 2021Buyers Homebuyers: Be Ready To Act This WinterTo succeed as a buyer in today’s market, it’s important to understand which market trends will have the greatest impact on your home search. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, says there are two factors every buyer should keep…