Is the Shifting Market a Challenge or an Opportunity for Homebuyers?

by Stig Bergquist | Aug 10, 2022 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates

If you tried to buy a home during the pandemic, you know the limited supply of homes for sale was a considerable challenge. It created intense bidding wars which drove home prices up as buyers competed with one another to be the winning offer. But what was once your...

A Real Estate Professional Helps You Separate Fact from Fiction

by Stig Bergquist | Jul 28, 2022 | Buyers & Sellers, Buying Myths, Housing Market Updates

If you’re following the news, chances are you’ve seen or heard some headlines about the housing market that don’t give the full picture. The real estate market is shifting, and when that happens, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. That’s where a trusted...

Should You Buy a Home with Inflation This High?

by Stig Bergquist | Jul 20, 2022 | Buyer, Buying Myths, Pricing

While the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still going up. You no doubt are feeling the pinch on your wallet at the gas pump or the grocery store, but that news may also leave you wondering: should I...

Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance Programs

by Stig Bergquist | Jun 29, 2022 | Buyer, Buying Myths, Down Payments

A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying journey. It found that 36% of those polled said saving for a down payment is one of their primary hurdles to buying a home. If you feel the same way, the good...

Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | May 20, 2022 | Buyer, Buying Myths, Infographic

Some Highlights If recent headlines about rising inflation are making you wonder if it’s still a good time to buy, here’s what experts have to say. Housing is an asset that typically grows in value. Plus, your mortgage helps stabilize your monthly housing costs, and...

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

by Stig Bergquist | May 17, 2022 | Buyer, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your...