by Susanne Novak | Apr 11, 2022 | Trends
We’ve all been told that suburban home owners will downsize when their children leave for college. This is no longer the case. Today’s empty nesters are not looking for a small, maintenance-free condo to spend their golden years. They are moving to larger,...
by Susanne Novak | Feb 21, 2022 | Buyer Tips, Trends
I just want to send you a quick update from the mortgage interest front. You probably heard that interest rates will rise in 2022. Many experts predicted that the 30-year fixed rate will increase to 3.8% by the end of this year. Unfortunately, their predictions were...
by Susanne Novak | Dec 20, 2021 | Trends
With Christmas just a few days away, I want to use today’s email to express my gratitude to all my clients and say THANK YOU for a fantastic year! In 2021, my RE/MAX 24/7 team and I were able to help 110 families buy or sell a house. It means a lot to me that...
by Susanne Novak | Dec 13, 2021 | Trends
Many organizations are publishing forecasts this time of the year. I review most of them so I can help my clients make smart decisions when they buy or sell next year. Here’s a summary of the most important trends that will impact the housing market in...
by Susanne Novak | Dec 6, 2021 | Buyer Tips, Trends
If you’ve dreamed of owning a second home, you’re not alone — interest in second homes has been rising during the pandemic. Unfortunately, the cost and responsibility of maintaining a second home puts ownership beyond the reach of most would-be buyers. Your second...
by Susanne Novak | Nov 8, 2021 | Buyer Tips, Trends
I spoke with a few builder’s reps in the past couple of weeks and was surprised to find that they are offering incentives again. Incentives are limited to select subdivisions and not publicized on their web pages. They probably won’t last. However, now is...
