by Susanne Novak | Oct 28, 2019 | Market Updates
September home sales were exceptionally strong. Closings increased by 8.9% over last year’s numbers, probably fueled by lower interest rates. At the same time 8.4% more homeowners decided to list. It’s the largest increase of new listings ever during the...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 21, 2019 | Seller Tips
The housing market has slowed, and more listings are competing for “off-season” buyers. That’s why it is critical to present your home in the best light possible. Staging is probably the most cost-effective way to attract more buyers. Research has...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 14, 2019 | Buyer Tips
October may not seem to be the best time to buy a new house. Most people start looking in March and April, hoping to move in summer and be ready for the next school year at the end of August. Sadly, many buyers use this exact same strategy. It leads to competition and...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 7, 2019 | Seller Tips
According to a new study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) 35% of homeowners would rather move than remodel their current home. Although remodeling a home can be overwhelming, trying to sell without any upgrades will result in fewer showings and lower...
by Susanne Novak | Sep 30, 2019 | Buyer Tips
Interest rates are the lowest ever and sellers are motivated to accept lower offers as the market cools this fall. That’s why now is the perfect time to buy a home, especially if you are moving up. Worried about the down payment? If you served in the armed...