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Real Estate Will Lead the Economic Recovery

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 9, 2020

With more U.S. states reopening for business this summer, and as people start to return to work, we can expect the economy to begin improving. Most expert forecasts indicate this economic recovery will start to happen in the second half of this year. As we get back to work and the financial landscape of the […]

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The Shocking News in the Unemployment Report

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 8, 2020

Last Friday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released their May Employment Situation Summary. Leading up to the release, most experts predicted the unemployment rate would jump up to approximately 20% from the 14.7% rate announced last month. The experts were shocked. The Wall Street Journal put it this way: “The May U.S. jobless rate […]

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National Homeownership Month [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 5, 2020

Some Highlights National Homeownership Month is a great time to reflect on how we can each promote stronger community growth. Homeownership helps families build financial freedom, find greater happiness and satisfaction, and make a positive impact on our local communities. Let’s connect today if homeownership is part of your future plans. Content previously posted on […]

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Three Things to Understand About Unemployment Statistics

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 4, 2020

Tomorrow morning the Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the latest Employment Situation Summary, which will include the most current unemployment rate. It will be a horrific number. Many analysts believe unemployment could be greater than 20%. These numbers represent families across the nation that are not sure when (or if) they will return to […]

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Is it Time to Sell Your Vacation Home?

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 3, 2020

The travel industry is one of the major sectors that’s been hit extremely hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, it’s hard to know how long it will take for summer travelers to be back in action and for the industry to fully recover. Homeowners who rent their secondary properties on their own or through programs […]

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Home Prices: It’s All About Supply and Demand

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 2, 2020

As we enter the summer months and work through the challenges associated with the current health crisis, many are wondering what impact the economic slowdown will have on home prices. Looking at the big picture, supply and demand will give us the clearest idea of what’s to come. Making our way through the month of […]

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The Benefits of Homeownership May Reach Further Than You Think

By Richard Wamsat | Jun 1, 2020

More than ever, our homes have become an integral part of our lives. Today they are much more than the houses we live in. They’re evolving into our workplaces, schools for our children, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection for our families through the evolving health crisis. Today, 65.3% of Americans are […]

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We are loving the new house.

By Richard Wamsat | May 29, 2020

Dear Richard,
We are loving the new house. Thank you for helping find it!
Best Regards,
~The Zagreba Family

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Top Reasons to Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | May 29, 2020

Some Highlights June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home. If you’re in a position to buy, homeownership might help you find the stability, community, and comfort you’ve been searching for this year. Let’s connect today to determine if homeownership is the right next […]

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