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Why Now Is a Great Time To Sell Your House

Written by Treasure Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Treasure Island FL, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths, Treasure Island FL Mortgage.

As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses their changing lifestyles. In fact, recent data from realtor.com shows a larger share of homeowners are planning to list their houses this winter. So, that means more homes are about to hit the market, which will lead to more choices for buyers too. According to George Ratiu, Manager of Economic Research at realtor.com: “The pandemic...

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Home Is Where the Heart Is More than Ever This Year

Written by Treasure Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Treasure Island FL, Move-Up Buyers, Treasure Island FL Mortgage.

There’s no denying the financial benefits of homeownership, but what’s often overlooked are the feelings of gratitude, security, pride, and comfort we get from owning a home. This year, those emotions are stronger than ever. We’ve lived through a time that has truly changed our needs and who we are, and as a result, homeownership has a whole new meaning for many of us. According to the 2021 State of the American Homeowner report by Unison: “Last year, staying home became a necessity and that caused many homeowners to have renewed gratitude for the roof over their head.” As a nation, we continue...

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The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Treasure Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Mortgage Treasure Island FL, Move-Up Buyers, Treasure Island FL Mortgage.

Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search. Any major life change can be scary, and buying a home is no different. Let’s connect so you have an advisor by your side to take the fear out of the equation. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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Housing Challenge or Housing Opportunity? It Depends.

Written by Treasure Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Mortgage Treasure Island FL, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Treasure Island FL Mortgage.

The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused homes throughout the country to appreciate at a much faster rate than what we’ve experienced historically. There are many reasons for the limited number of homes on the market, but as you can see in the graph below, we’re well below where we’ve been for most of the past 10 years. Today, across the country, there is only a 2.4-month supply of homes available for sale. The Opportunity  This lack of homes for sale is creating a challenge for many buyers who are growing frustrated...

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