Why It’s So Important To Hire a Pro [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on September 10, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach.

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, you’ll want a trusted real estate professional on your side for their industry experience and expert insights. The right advisor utilizes the latest technology and can help you navigate today’s home pricing and market values, the contracts and fine print, and the negotiations you’ll face. Let’s connect so you have expert advice each step of the way. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Should I Sell My House This Year?

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on September 9, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Move-Up Buyers.

There’s no denying the housing market is undergoing a shift this season as buyer demand slows and the number of homes for sale grows. But that shift actually gives you some unique benefits when you sell. Here’s a look at the key opportunities you have if you list your house this fall. Opportunity #1: You Have More Options for Your Move One of the biggest stories today is the growing supply of homes for sale. Housing inventory has been increasing since the start of the year, primarily because higher mortgage rates helped cool off the peak frenzy of buyer demand. But what you may not realize...

Here’s Why It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on September 3, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Selling Myths.

Some Highlights While buyer demand has moderated and housing supply has grown in recent months, it’s still a sellers’ market because inventory is low. The latest data shows sellers continue to benefit from serious buyers and competitive offers. In July, the average home received 2.8 offers and 39% sold over the asking price. You haven’t missed your opportunity to sell. Let’s connect to start the process today. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 31, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Pricing.

One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a clear picture. Part of the challenge is that it can be hard to understand what experts are saying when the words they use sound similar. Let’s break down the differences among those terms to help clarify what’s actually happening today. Appreciation is when home prices increase. Depreciation is when home prices...

A Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert Advice

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 30, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach.

If you’re a homeowner or are planning to become one soon, you’re probably looking for clear information about today’s housing market. And if you’ve turned to the news or even just read headlines recently, you might feel like you’re left with more questions than answers. The best way to make sure you get what you need is to work with an expert. Why You Want To Lean on a Trusted Professional With any big milestone in life, it’s wise to seek advice from people who are experts in their field. While you likely want that advice to be perfect, perfect simply isn’t possible. But professionals have...

What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 27, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach.

Some Highlights If you’re wondering what a potential recession could mean for the housing market, here’s what history tells us. In four of the last six recessions, home prices actually appreciated, only falling during the early 90s and the housing crash in 2008. Mortgage rates, though, declined during each of the previous recessions. If you have questions about buying or selling a home in today’s market, let’s connect. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Why Today’s Housing Inventory Proves the Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 25, 2022. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Selling Myths.

Whether or not you owned a home in 2008, you likely remember the housing crash that took place back then. And news about an economic slowdown happening today may bring all those concerns back to the surface. While those feelings are understandable, data can help reassure you the situation today is nothing like it was in 2008. One of the key reasons why the market won’t crash this time is the current undersupply of inventory. Housing supply comes from three key places: Current homeowners putting their homes up for sale Newly built homes coming onto the market Distressed properties (short sales...

What Sellers Need To Know in Today’s Housing Market

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 24, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Pricing.

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard about the housing market slowing down in recent months. While it’s still a sellers’ market, the peak frenzy the market saw over the past two years has cooled some. If you’re asking yourself if you’ve missed your chance to sell your house and make a move, the good news is you haven’t – motivated buyers are still out there. But you do need to price your house right for today’s market. Here’s why. As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says: “Homes priced right are selling very quickly, but...

Planning To Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goal.

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 19, 2022. Posted in Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Sellers, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Senior Market.

Whether you’ve just retired or you’re thinking about retirement, you may be considering your options and trying to picture a whole new stage of your life. And you’re not alone. Research from the Retirement Industry Trust Association (RITA) shows 10,000 Baby Boomers reach the typical retirement age (65) every day, and only 47% of the people in that generation have already retired. If this sounds like you, one thing worth considering is whether or not your current home will suit your new lifestyle. If your home doesn’t have the features or benefits you’re looking for, the good news is, you may...

Experts Increase 2022 Home Price Projections

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on August 18, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Pricing.

If you’re wondering if home prices are going to come down due to the cooldown in the housing market or a potential recession, here’s what you need to know. Not only are experts forecasting home prices will continue to appreciate nationwide this year, but most of them also actually increased their projections for home price appreciation from their original 2022 forecasts (shown in green in the chart below): As the chart shows, most sources adjusted up, and now call for more appreciation in 2022 than they originally projected this January. But why are experts so confident the housing market will...

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