Selling in the Winter Attracts Serious Buyers
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Laura's Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog
When Is a Good Time to Rent? Not Now!
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People often ask if now is a good time to buy a home. No one ever asks when a good time to rent is. However, we want to make certain that everyone understands that today is NOT a good time to rent.
Read More4 Reasons to Buy Your Dream Home This Winter
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As the temperature in many areas of the country starts to cool down, you might think that the housing market will do the same. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Here are 4 reasons you should consider buying your dream home this winter instead of waiting for spring!
Read More5 Reasons Why Homeownership Is a Good Financial Investment
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According to a recent report by Trulia, “buying is cheaper than renting in 100 of the largest metro areas by an average of 37.7%.” That may have some thinking about buying a home instead of signing another lease extension. But, does that make sense from a financial perspective?
Read MoreIs Getting a Home Mortgage Still Too Difficult?
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There is no doubt that mortgage credit availability is expanding, meaning it is easier to finance a home today than it was last year. However, the mortgage market is still much tighter than it was prior to the housing boom and bust experienced between 2003 - 2006.
Read MoreMortgage Interest Rates Just Went Up… Should I Wait to Buy?
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Mortgage interest rates, as reported by Freddie Mac, have increased over the last several weeks. Along with Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association and the National Association of Realtors are all calling for mortgage rates to continue to rise over the next four quarters.
Read More5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional When Buying & Selling!
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Whether you are buying or selling a home, it can be quite an adventurous journey; you need an experienced Real Estate Professional to lead you to your ultimate goal. In this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers think that they can For Sale by Owner or FSBO.
Read MoreExisting Home Sales Surge Forward Through Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]
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- The National Association of Realtors (NAR) recently released their latest Existing Home Sales Report.
- First-time homebuyers made up 33% of all sales in October.
- Homes are selling quickly with 43% of homes on the market for less than a month.
- A limited supply continues to drive up prices for the 56th consecutive month.
