The Real Story Behind What’s Happening with Home Prices

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on September 12, 2024. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island.

If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. With so much information out there, it can be hard to figure out your next move. As a buyer, you might be worried about paying more than you should. And if you’re thinking of selling, you might be concerned about not getting the price you’re aiming for. So, here’s a quick breakdown to help clear things up and show you what’s really happening with prices—whether you’re thinking about buying or selling. Home Price Growth Is Slowing, but Prices Aren’t Falling Nationally Throughout...

The Surprising Amount of Home Equity You’ve Gained over the Years

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on September 10, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island.

There are a number of reasons you may be thinking about selling your house. And as you weigh your options, you may find you’re unsure how you’re going to deal with one thing about today’s housing market – and that’s affordability. If that’s your biggest concern, understanding how much equity you have in your house could help make your decision that much easier. Here are two key factors that have a big impact on your equity. How Long You’ve Been in Your Home First up is homeowner tenure. That’s how long homeowners live in a house, on average, before selling or choosing to move. From 1985 to...

2025 Housing Market Forecasts: What To Expect

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on August 29, 2024. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Mortgage Rates.

Looking ahead to 2025, it’s important to know what experts are projecting for the housing market. And whether you’re thinking of buying or selling a home next year, having a clear picture of what they’re calling for can help you make the best possible decision for your homeownership plans. Here’s an early look at the most recent projections on mortgage rates, home sales, and prices for 2025. Mortgage Rates Are Projected To Come Down Slightly Mortgage rates play a significant role in the housing market. The forecasts for 2025 from Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA),...

What’s the Impact of Presidential Elections on the Housing Market?

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on August 28, 2024. Posted in Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Mortgage Rates.

It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead. And those unanswered thoughts can quickly spiral, causing fear and uncertainty to swirl through your mind. So, if you’ve been considering buying or selling a home this year, you’re probably curious about what the election might mean for the housing market – and if it’s still a good time to make your move. Here’s the good news that may surprise you: typically, Presidential elections have only had a small, temporary impact on the housing market. But your questions are definitely worth answering,...

The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on August 22, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Home Prices, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Selling Tips.

In today’s housing market, many sellers are making a critical mistake: overpricing their houses. This common error can lead to a home sitting on the market for a long time without any offers. And when that happens, the homeowner may have to drop their asking price to try to re-ignite buyer interest. Data from Realtor.com shows the number of homeowners realizing this mistake and doing a price reduction is climbing (see graph below): If you’re thinking about making a move yourself, here’s what you need to know. The best way to avoid making a costly mistake is to work with a trusted real...

Is Affordability Starting To Improve?

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on August 14, 2024. Posted in Affordability, Economy, For Buyers, Home Prices, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Mortgage Rates.

Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says: “Housing affordability is improving ever so modestly, but it is moving in the right direction.” Here’s a look at the latest data on the three biggest factors affecting home affordability: mortgage rates, home prices, and wages. 1. Mortgage Rates Mortgage rates have been volatile this...

Are Home Prices Going To Come Down?

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on July 30, 2024. Posted in For Buyers, Home Prices, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island.

Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home prices are heading for a correction, but what do the facts say? Well, it helps to start by looking at what a correction means. Here’s what Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, says: “In stock market terms, a correction is generally referred to as a 10 to 20% drop in prices . . . We don’t have the same established definitions in the housing market.” In the context of today’s housing market, it doesn’t mean home prices are going to fall dramatically....

A Newly Built Home May Actually Be More Budget-Friendly

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on July 25, 2024. Posted in Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island.

If you’re in the market to buy a home, there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive than existing ones (houses that have already been lived in), but that’s not always the case. In fact, exploring newly built homes can sometimes lead to more cost-effective options, especially today. Hard to believe, right? But the data doesn’t lie. Here are two key reasons working with your agent to look into new home construction could help you find a more budget-friendly option. Reason 1: Lower Median Prices for Newly Built Homes The median sales price for...

Unlocking Homebuyer Opportunities in 2024

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on July 19, 2024. Posted in Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island.

There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe you put your search on hold because the challenges in today’s market felt like too much to tackle. You’re not alone in that. A Bright MLS study found some of the top reasons buyers paused their search in late 2023 and early 2024 were: They couldn’t find anything in their price range They didn’t have any successful offers or had difficulty competing They couldn’t find the right home If any of these sound like why you stopped looking, here’s what...

How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?

Written by Marco Island Mortgage Syndicated User on July 13, 2024. Posted in Economy, Home Prices, Infographics, Marco Island Mortgage, Mortgage Marco Island, Mortgage Rates.

Some Highlights Are you wondering if the upcoming election will have an impact on the housing market? Here’s what history tells us you need to know if you’re considering a move.? Data shows home sales slow in November but quickly bounce back and rise the following year. Prices usually keep climbing. And mortgage rates typically come down slightly. Presidential elections have only a small and temporary impact on the housing market. If you have questions, connect with a real estate agent.

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