by Stig Bergquist | Oct 20, 2020 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates
The September Jobs Report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the unemployment rate dropped to 7.9%. Though that percentage is well below what experts projected earlier this year, it still means millions of people are without work. There’s no way to...
by Stig Bergquist | Oct 19, 2020 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
The 2020 housing market has surpassed all expectations and continues to drive the nation’s economic recovery. The question is, will this positive trend continue throughout the rest of the year, especially given the uncertainty around the current health crisis, the...
by Stig Bergquist | Oct 14, 2020 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates, New Construction, Pricing
Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real estate is not one of them. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist for First American, just reported: “Since hitting a low point during the initial stages of the pandemic, the only...
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by Stig Bergquist | Oct 9, 2020 | Buyers & Sellers, Infographic, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction
Some Highlights If you’re ready to sell your house but you’re worried about finding one to move into, why not invest in a brand-new home built just for you? New construction is on the rise, so it’s a great time to think about a custom home to fit your family’s...
by Stig Bergquist | Oct 8, 2020 | Baby Boomers, Buyers & Sellers, Interest Rates
Every day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65. Prior to the health crisis that swept the nation in 2020, most people had to wait until they retired to make a move to the beach, the golf course, or the senior living community they were looking to settle into for...
by Stig Bergquist | Oct 6, 2020 | Buyers & Sellers
Once the kids have left the nest, you may be wondering what to do with all of the extra space in your home. Chances are, you don’t need four bedrooms anymore, and it may be a great time to sell your house and downsize, maybe even into a single-story home. You’ve...
