If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market this year. In 2022, the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home sales, and moderated home prices. But what about 2023? An article from HousingWire offers this […]
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You own your home and you can do what you like with it! Yes, no, maybe. As a homeowner, you’re entitled to certain property rights that will enable you to more fully enjoy living in your home. So, YES … you are in control of many things when it comes to your property, what you […]
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As a homeowner, you most likely need to have work done to your home at some point, and it’s easy to be confused whether something is a repair or an improvement. You might not think it matters, but it does for tax purposes. It could mean extra money in your pocket! A repair and an improvement each have specific […]
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Mortgage rates have been a hot topic in the housing market over the past 12 months. Compared to the beginning of 2022, rates have risen dramatically. Now they’re dropping, and that has to do with everything happening in the economy. Nadia Evangelou, Senior Economist and Director of Forecasting at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), explains it well […]
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It’s no secret that we’re all experiencing higher costs and the impact of rising inflation on our pocketbooks. The good news is that the recent Inflation Reduction Act includes some adjustments that can help tax payers save more money for the 2023 tax year. You’ll be able to keep more of your income with the […]
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Are you ready to improve your home with a remodeling project that you can’t wait to get started? Maybe you are ready to finally redo that bathroom or kitchen. Or, maybe you’re finally ready to add on that master bedroom ensuite you’ve been dreaming about. One of the questions I get asked most often by […]
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Yes, interest rates are higher than they’ve been in years. But should higher rates prevent you from moving forward with buying a home? Maybe, maybe not. As I always say, the best time to buy a home, whether you’re buying your first home or your 10th home, is when it makes financial sense for YOU — regardless […]
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Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. It’s important to get your finances in order and other tasks done before you even start house hunting! Keep in mind that this early stage of the buying process doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time on your part even before we start working together. That way when […]
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I get this question from both new clients who are about to buy their first home as well as clients that have owned their home for a while, “How long should I plan to hold on to my home before I sell?” Whether you want to make a quick profit or you face an impending move […]
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As a homeowner, it’s fun to enjoy all the great things about your home—place to relax, entertain, or spend quality time with family. But what about when something goes wrong? Do you know what needs to be done in case of an emergency or other urgent situation in your home? Here are 5 musts that […]
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