by Stig Bergquist | May 6, 2021 | Costs, Interest Rates, Taxes
Many factors come into play when deciding to sell a property, and the timing is right up there at the top of the list. It’s essential to work with a real estate professional that cares enough to take the time to learn about your particular real estate objectives. Just...
by Stig Bergquist | Apr 21, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, Interest Rates
This year, mortgage rates have started to slowly climb above recent record-breaking lows. Many homeowners planning to move may feel like they’ve missed the chance to score a great rate on their next mortgage. In reality, there’s still time to secure a rate far below...
by Stig Bergquist | Mar 2, 2021 | Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates
The real estate market was on fire during the second half of 2020. Buyer demand was way up, and the supply of homes available for sale hit record lows. The price of anything is determined by the supply and demand ratio, so home prices skyrocketed last year. Dr. Lynn...
by Stig Bergquist | Feb 15, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates
There are so many great reasons to purchase a home, and over the past year, we’ve realized more of them than we ever thought possible. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, having a home of your own can give you a greater sense of security and accomplishment in a time...
by Stig Bergquist | Feb 4, 2021 | Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) left future economic policies virtually unchanged at this month’s meeting, indicating that short-term mortgage rates will stay low for years to come. “The pace of the recovery in economic activity and employment has moderated...
by Stig Bergquist | Feb 4, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates, Rent vs. Buy
In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to think about how homeownership can...
