Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | Jun 2, 2023 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic

Some Highlights June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a perfect time to think about all the benefits that come with owning your home. Owning a home not only makes you feel proud and accomplished, but it’s also a big step toward having a secure and stable...

The Impact of Changing Mortgage Rates

by Stig Bergquist | May 19, 2023 | Buyer, Infographic, Interest Rates

Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, you should know even a small change in mortgage rates has an impact on your purchasing power. These charts show how rates generally affect your monthly payment. The best way to navigate changing mortgage rates and make...

The Worst of the Home Price Declines Is Behind Us

by Stig Bergquist | May 12, 2023 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographic

Some Highlights While home prices vary by local area, they’ve already hit their low point nationally, and now they’re starting to rise again. Last July, prices started to decline, but around February, they began climbing back up. If you put your plans to move on hold...

Reasons To Sell Your House Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | May 5, 2023 | Housing Market Updates, Infographic, Sellers

Some Highlights Not sure if selling your house is the right move today? You should know there are a number of reasons it still makes sense to sell now. Your house will stand out because inventory is low. That’s why the number of offers on recently sold homes is on...

Ways To Overcome Affordability Challenges in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | Apr 28, 2023 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Some Highlights With so few homes on the market right now, widening the scope of your search to include nearby areas could help you find more options in your budget. You can also work with a trusted lender to consider alternative financing options and search for down...

Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | Apr 21, 2023 | Buyers, Infographic

Some Highlights Since inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home. Energy prices have increased over the last year, so look for energy-efficient features in your home search. If you’re looking to buy a...