How to Prepare for a Bidding War [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | Oct 16, 2020 | Buyer, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights With so few houses available on the market today, being ready for a bidding war is essential for prospective homebuyers. From pre-approval to making your best offer, here are three tips to make sure you can act quickly and confidently when you find the...

Thinking of Moving? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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...

Rising Home Equity Can Power Your Next Move [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Stig Bergquist | Oct 2, 2020 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographic, Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights According to CoreLogic, homeowners across the country are gaining significant equity. Over the past year, the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity, growing their overall net worth. If you’re ready to sell your house and begin looking for your...

Why Selling this Fall May Be Your Best Move

by Stig Bergquist | Sep 30, 2020 | Move-Up Buyers, Sellers

If you’re thinking about moving, selling your house this fall might be the way to go. Here are four highlights in the housing market that may make your decision to sell this fall an easy one. 1. Buyers Are Actively in the Market ShowingTime, a leading real estate...

Home Builder Confidence Hits All-Time Record

by Stig Bergquist | Sep 23, 2020 | Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Sellers

Last week, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reported their Housing Market Index (HMI) hit an all-time high in the 35-year history of the series with a score of 83. The index gauges builder perceptions of current single-family home sales and sale...

The Cost of a Home Is Far More Important than the Price

by Stig Bergquist | Sep 22, 2020 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

Housing inventory is at an all-time low. There are 39% fewer homes for sale today than at this time last year, and buyer demand continues to set records. Zillow recently reported: “Newly pending sales are up 25.5% compared to the same week last year, the highest...