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The Impact of Inflation on Mortgage Rates

By Richard Wamsat | May 10, 2023

If you’re reading headlines about inflation or mortgage rates, you may see something about the recent decision from the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But what does it mean for you, the housing market, and your plans to buy a home? Here’s what you need to know. Inflation and the Housing Market While the Fed’s working hard […]

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The Impact of Inflation on Mortgage Rates

By Richard Wamsat | May 10, 2023

If you’re reading headlines about inflation or mortgage rates, you may see something about the recent decision from the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But what does it mean for you, the housing market, and your plans to buy a home? Here’s what you need to know. Inflation and the Housing Market While the Fed’s working hard […]

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Why Today’s Housing Market Is Not About To Crash

By Richard Wamsat | May 9, 2023

There’s been some concern lately that the housing market is headed for a crash. And given some of the affordability challenges in the housing market, along with a lot of recession talk in the media, it’s easy enough to understand why that worry has come up. But the data clearly shows today’s market is very […]

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Why Today’s Housing Market Is Not About To Crash

By Richard Wamsat | May 9, 2023

There’s been some concern lately that the housing market is headed for a crash. And given some of the affordability challenges in the housing market, along with a lot of recession talk in the media, it’s easy enough to understand why that worry has come up. But the data clearly shows today’s market is very […]

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It May Be Time To Consider a Newly Built Home

By Richard Wamsat | May 8, 2023

If you’re looking to buy a house, you may find today’s limited supply of homes available for sale challenging. When housing inventory is as low as it is right now, it can feel like a bit of an uphill battle to find the perfect home for you because there just isn’t that much to choose […]

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It May Be Time To Consider a Newly Built Home

By Richard Wamsat | May 8, 2023

If you’re looking to buy a house, you may find today’s limited supply of homes available for sale challenging. When housing inventory is as low as it is right now, it can feel like a bit of an uphill battle to find the perfect home for you because there just isn’t that much to choose […]

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Reasons To Sell Your House Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | May 5, 2023

Some Highlights Not sure if selling your house is the right move today? You should know there are a number of reasons it still makes sense to sell now. Your house will stand out because inventory is low. That’s why the number of offers on recently sold homes is on the rise. And most homeowners […]

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Reasons To Sell Your House Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | May 5, 2023

Some Highlights Not sure if selling your house is the right move today? You should know there are a number of reasons it still makes sense to sell now. Your house will stand out because inventory is low. That’s why the number of offers on recently sold homes is on the rise. And most homeowners […]

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How Homeowners Win When They Downsize

By Richard Wamsat | May 4, 2023

Downsizing has long been a popular option when homeowners reach retirement age. But there are plenty of other life changes that could make downsizing worthwhile. Homeowners who have experienced a change in their lives or no longer feel like their house fits their needs may benefit from downsizing too. U.S. News explains: “Downsizing is somewhat […]

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