Foster Homes Report

I've been hearing a lot of chatter about a potential home price crash in 2024. Have you? Well, according to Lawrence Yun, a chief economist at the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), he recently shared that homes aren’t being built...

If you are buying a home, there are extra costs that may surprise you. It’s important to understand and prepare for these additional costs. Especially so you’re not caught off guard. First up is closing costs. These can include loan...

When it comes to purchasing your first home, it’s essential to understand the common mistakes. With any major decision in life, it’s important to have a knowledge of pitfalls to avoid and to craft a game plan. This will...

Selecting the right home isn’t just about price—it’s about matching your lifestyle and budget. There are several key factors that you’ll want to consider before making your first or next move. First, identify your priorities. Do you work from...

Have you ever wondered when the best time to buy a home is? Many people think it's spring or summer, but let me share a little secret: fall and winter might just be your golden ticket. First off, there's less...

As you may have noticed, the inventory of resale homes is historically low. It’s important to consider all your options as a buyer. New construction may be a great option. New construction gives you the power of customization. You have...

Like many of you, fall is my favorite season. The leaves are turning, pumpkin patches galore, mum flowers, warm apple cider and football. What we may not always love is working on our house. Here are some items to tackle...

Is it a fixer upper or a fixer dumper? Don’t get so in love with the idea of buying a house to renovate or flip without first doing your homework. In the words of Walter Fielding (Actor Tom Hanks)...

It’s recently been reported by real estate maven, Barbara Corcoran, that housing prices are going to surge when mortgage interest rates drop. Today, average interest rates for a 30-Year Fixed Rate are at 7.53 percent. According to Corcoran, she...

In working with sellers and buyers, here are some common questions I receive from buyers. I thought it would be interesting to address and keep in mind in case you’re preparing to list your house or you’re ready to...

Local market update: August 18, 2023  Recently, there was an article posted by Fox Business which states that "The market is at a standstill," according to Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman. "Sales volume is absolutely rock bottom. The people who need to sell...

Let’s address the elephant in the room: the appraisal. Recently, I’ve received two low appraisals in this market. This isn’t the best news when you’re the seller since the bank will only lend on the appraisal value. However, it’s...