Es posible que haya escuchado a algunas personas decir que es mejor alquilar que comprar una casa en este momento. Pero, incluso hoy en día, hay muchas buenas razones para convertirse en propietario. Una de ellas es que ser propietario de una casa generalmente se considera una buena inversión a largo plazo que ayuda a [...]
Si está siguiendo las tasas hipotecarias porque sabe que tienen un impacto en sus costos de endeudamiento, es posible que se pregunte qué les depara el futuro. Desafortunadamente, no hay una manera fácil de responder a esa pregunta porque las tasas hipotecarias son notoriamente difíciles de pronosticar. Pero, hay una cosa que históricamente es un buen [...]
Antes de decidir vender su casa, es importante saber qué puede esperar en el mercado actual de la vivienda. Una tendencia positiva en este momento es que los compradores de casas se están adaptando a las tasas hipotecarias actuales y se están acostumbrando a ellas como la nueva normalidad.Para comprender mejor lo que ha estado [...]
Si está siguiendo las noticias hoy, puede sentirse un poco inseguro acerca de lo que está sucediendo con los precios de las casas y temer si lo peor está por venir. Esto se debe a que los titulares de hoy están pintando una imagen innecesariamente negativa. Si miramos año tras año, los precios de las casas [...]
En conclusiónEl inventario actual de las casas todavía está muy por debajo de los años más normales.Este inventario bajo es la razón por la cual las casas que tienen un precio correcto todavía se venden rápidamente y ven ofertas múltiples.Si desea vender su casa, ahora es un buen momento porque el inventario aún es bajo. [...]
Incluso cuando algunas empresas han regresado a las oficinas, el trabajo a distancia sigue siendo una opción popular para muchos profesionales. Por lo tanto, si actualmente disfruta de trabajar desde casa o espera poder hacerlo pronto, no está solo. Según una encuesta reciente, la mayoría de los profesionales que trabajan quieren trabajar a distancia o [...]
Si usted es un propietario listo para mudarse, es posible que esté pensando en usar su casa actual como una propiedad de alquiler a corto plazo en lugar de venderla. Un alquiler a corto plazo generalmente se ofrece como una alternativa a un hotel, y son una inversión que ha ganado popularidad en los últimos [...]
Before you decide to sell your house, it’s important to know what you can expect in the current housing market. One positive trend right now is homebuyers are adapting to today’s mortgage rates and getting used to them as the new normal.To better understand what’s been happening with mortgage rates lately, the graph below shows [...]
If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come. That’s because today’s headlines are painting an unnecessarily negative picture. If we take a year-over-year view, home prices did drop some, but that’s because we’re comparing to a ‘unicorn’ year [...]
Some HighlightsToday’s housing inventory is still well below more normal years.This low inventory is why homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers.If you want to sell your house, now is a great time because inventory is still low. Contact a trusted real estate agent to start the process.
Even as some companies transition back into the office, remote work remains a popular choice for many professionals. So, if you currently enjoy working from home or hope to be able to soon, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey, most working professionals want to work either fully remote or hybrid (see below):This trend [...]
If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years.While a short-term rental can be [...]
If you’re in the process of looking for a home today, you know the supply of homes for sale is low because you’re feeling the impact of having a limited pool of options. And, if your biggest hurdle right now is that you’re having trouble finding something you like, don’t forget that a newly built [...]
When it comes to selling your house, you want three things: to sell it for the most money you can, to do it in a certain amount of time, and to do all of that with the fewest hassles. And, while the current housing market is generally favorable to sellers due to today’s limited housing [...]
Some HighlightsDownsizing is a popular choice for homeowners when they retire or when their needs change, but with inflation still high, it’s also a way to reduce costs.Downsizing could help cut down on your expenses and your equity can fuel your move.If you’re thinking about moving to a smaller home, connect with a real estate [...]
One of the biggest challenges in the housing market right now is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy them. To help emphasize just how limited housing inventory still is, let’s take a look at the latest information on active listings, or homes for sale [...]
If you’re thinking of buying a home, chances are you’re paying attention to just about everything you hear about the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, overhearing someone chatting at the local supermarket, the list [...]
Everyone’s interpretation of the American Dream is unique and personal. But, for many people, it’s tied to a sense of success, freedom, and prosperity. These are all things that owning a home can help provide.A recent survey from Bankrate asked respondents which achievements they feel most embody the American Dream. The responses prove owning a [...]
When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. And, to help offset the higher borrowing costs today, some homebuyers are taking a close look at their wish list and re-evaluating what features [...]
Some HighlightsAn agent is a really important part of selling your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise to the sales process.They’ll explain what’s happening today, what that means for you, and how to price and market your house. They’re also skilled negotiators and well versed in the contracts and disclosures involved.Connect [...]
