August 2019 - Lending A Hand

A Recession Does Not Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:30 August, 2019
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Infographics Move-Up Buyers Selling Myths

Some Highlights: There is plenty of talk in the media about a pending economic slowdown. The good news is, home values actually increased in 3 of the last 5 U.S.…

iBuyers: What Is the “Cost of Convenience” When Selling Your Home?

Post published:29 August, 2019
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers

When thinking about selling their house, homeowners have many options. A relatively new option is using an “iBuyer.” What is an iBuyer? According to Jovio, the definition is: “A company…

Top Priorities When Moving with Kids

Post published:28 August, 2019
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Move-Up Buyers

According to the Pew Research Center, around 37% of U.S students will be going back to school soon and the rest have already started the new academic year. With school-aged…

What’s the Latest on Interest Rates?

Post published:27 August, 2019
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers

Mortgage rates have fallen by over a full percentage point since Q4 of 2018, settling at near-historic lows. This is big news for buyers looking to get more for their…

Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

Post published:26 August, 2019
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers Pricing

We’re in the back half of the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the predictions are…

A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:23 August, 2019
Post category:Buying Myths Down Payments First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Infographics Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights: The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add…

5 Easy Steps to Avoid Overwhelm from Media Overload

Post published:22 August, 2019
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Move-Up Buyers Selling Myths

When someone is thinking about buying or selling a home, they want to be well-informed. They want to make the right decision for themselves and their family. They scour the…

Seniors Are on the Move in the Real Estate Market

Post published:21 August, 2019
Post category:Buying Myths Demographics First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Selling Myths Senior Market

Did you know August 21st is National Senior Citizens Day? According to the United States Census, we honor senior citizens today because, “Throughout our history, older people have achieved much…

Housing Supply Not Keeping Up with Population Increase

Post published:20 August, 2019
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers New Construction

Many buyers are wondering where to find houses for sale in today’s market. It’s a true dilemma. We see an increase in buyer demand, but the supply available for purchase…

A Great Way to Increase Your Family’s Net Worth

Post published:19 August, 2019
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Rent vs. Buy

Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts its Survey of Consumer Finances. Data is collected across all economic and social groups. The latest survey data covers 2013-2016. The study revealed that the…