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Reasons To Consider Condos in Your Home Search

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 22, 2023

Are you having trouble finding a home that fits your needs and your budget? If so, you should know there’s an option worth considering – condominiums, also known as condos. According to Bankrate: “A condo can be a more affordable entry point to homeownership than a single-family home. And as a homeowner, you’ll build equity […]

The Role of Access in Selling Your House

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 21, 2023

Once you’ve made the decision to sell your house and have hired a real estate agent to help, they’ll ask how much access to your home you want to give potential buyers. Your answer matters more now than it did in recent years. Here’s why. At the height of the buying frenzy seen during the […]

What’s Ahead for Home Prices in 2023

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 20, 2023

Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and that this could be a repeat of 2008 – which hasn’t happened. Others have forecasted a real estate market that could see slight appreciation or depreciation depending on the area of the […]

Here’s Why the Housing Market Isn’t Going To Crash [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 17, 2023

Some Highlights Today’s housing market is different than it was in 2008. Lending standards have tightened, foreclosures have declined, home inventory is much lower, and homeowners have far more equity. If you’re concerned about a crash, meet with a local real estate professional to discuss why this isn’t like last time.

What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 16, 2023

Though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy of a year ago, buyers are showing their interest in purchasing a home. According to U.S. News: “Housing markets have cooled slightly, but demand hasn’t disappeared, and in many places remains strong largely due to the shortage of homes on the market.” That activity can […]

Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 15, 2023

Though there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts it this way: “While the number of homes for sale is increasing, it is still 43.2% […]

An Expert Gives You Clarity in Today’s Housing Market

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 14, 2023

The housing market has been going through shifts lately. That’s why it’s so important to work with an industry professional who can be your guide throughout the process. A real estate expert uses their knowledge of what’s really happening with home prices, housing supply, expert projections, and more to give you the best advice. Someone who can provide clarity […]

Leverage Your Equity When You Sell Your House

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 13, 2023

One of the benefits of being a homeowner is that you build equity over time. By selling your house, that equity can be used toward purchasing your next home. But before you can put it to use, you should understand exactly what equity is and how it grows. Bankrate explains it like this: “Home equity is the portion of your […]

Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | Mar 10, 2023

Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, there are a few things you should consider. Homeownership can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, builds your wealth, and serves as a hedge against inflation. If you’re ready to take advantage of the benefits of homeownership, let’s connect to explore your options.

Richard Wamsat’s Real Estate News & Views

Reasons To Consider Condos in Your Home Search

The Role of Access in Selling Your House

What’s Ahead for Home Prices in 2023

Here’s Why the Housing Market Isn’t Going To Crash [INFOGRAPHIC]

What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market

Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring

An Expert Gives You Clarity in Today’s Housing Market

Leverage Your Equity When You Sell Your House

Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

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