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Selling a Home

Homeowners have a Game-changing Amount of Equity

Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage rates are higher than the one they currently have on their home, and that’s making it harder to want to sell and make a move. Maybe you’re in the same boat. Equity is helping homeowners make a move now. But […]
Buying a Home, Real Estate News & Trends

Declining Mortgage Rates help with Affordability

If you were priced out of the housing market in 2023 due to interest rate increases, you might find an affordable home in 2024. Mortgage rates are expected to decrease by nearly 1% by year’s end- from 6.6% down to as little as 5.75% according to recent housing forecasts. Ask your local REALTOR about the […]
Buying a Home, Real Estate News & Trends, Selling a Home

How does current supply impact your own move?

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able […]
Selling a Home

My Top 6 Staging Tips

Bowl of lemons I love seeing a glass bowl of lemons on a kitchen countertop or island. Whether you use a ceramic platter, a wooden bowl or a basket — the pretty effect is the same. Think of lemons as the default dining room centerpiece, the perfect prop for completing a staged beverage bar of […]

Selling a Home Homeowners have a Game-changing Amount of Equity Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage rates are higher than the one they currently have on their home, and that’s making it harder to want to sell and make a move. Maybe you’re in the same boat. Equity is helping homeowners make a move now. But […]

Buying a Home Declining Mortgage Rates help with Affordability If you were priced out of the housing market in 2023 due to interest rate increases, you might find an affordable home in 2024. Mortgage rates are expected to decrease by nearly 1% by year’s end- from 6.6% down to as little as 5.75% according to recent housing forecasts. Ask your local REALTOR about the […]

Buying a Home How does current supply impact your own move? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able […]

Selling a Home My Top 6 Staging Tips Bowl of lemons I love seeing a glass bowl of lemons on a kitchen countertop or island. Whether you use a ceramic platter, a wooden bowl or a basket — the pretty effect is the same. Think of lemons as the default dining room centerpiece, the perfect prop for completing a staged beverage bar of […]

Buying a Home Can waiting for Interest Rate to Fall Hurt You My advice, is right now, you may be getting a better deal on your purchase. You can refinance in a year or two if it can be an advantage, but not if, but when the market becomes a sellers market again, would it be too much for you to afford. We are on a normalizing […]

Selling a Home The Home Selling Process The home selling process is not a secret! Location, price, and condition are 3 key factors to selling your Southeast Texas home. However, there is much more that often gets overlooked, which is why careful planning to choose the right Southeast Texas real estate agent to list your home is critical. A mistake could cost […]

Community Avoid Alarm System Scammers If you have a sign in your front yard warning burglars that you have a home alarm system in place, you could be attracting a new breed of scammer. That’s the warning from the consumer watchdogs at Consumer Reports, who say scammers look for signs of existing installations, especially older-looking signs, then strike with one […]

Buying a Home Buyers want homes with Pet Amenities For most of us, our pets are family. We let them sleep in our beds, ladle nutritional supplements on their organic kibble, and throw birthday parties for them. In fact, we love our animal companions so much that we even choose a home and a home designs for pets. These numbers tell the story. 43% […]

Selling a Home How to Add Value to Your Home Whether you’re looking to update your home to accommodate your lifestyle better or boost its resale value to take advantage of a seller’s market, being strategic with your home improvements can add pay off in the short-term and long-term. With careful planning, you can make the updates that will allow you to enjoy your home […]

Uncategorized Helping you be Prepared for Hurricane Season These tips can help you prepare now. Don’t let a slow start to storm activity catch you off guard. Put together an emergency kit. Here are 60+ nonperishable items to consider including. Check emergency equipment, such as flashlights, generators and storm shutters. Make a plan with your family or close friends and decide how you […]

Real Estate News & Trends Market Forcast for Q4 of 2022 The housing market is shifting away from the intensity of the past two years. Here’s what experts project for the remainder of 2022. Home prices are forecast to rise more moderately than last year. Mortgage rates will respond to inflation, and home sales will be more in line with pre-pandemic years Resource: Keeping Current Matters

Real Estate News & Trends Continued Inventory is Key to Success in our Housing Market The housing market keeps sailing along. The only headwind that could take it off course is the lack of inventory for sale. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports that there were 410,000 fewer single-family homes for sale this March than in March of 2020. The key to continued success in the residential housing market is for more listings […]

Buying a Home Your Window of Opportunity Mortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As a result, the market is seeing a shift back toward the range of pre-pandemic levels for buyer demand and home sales. But the transition back toward pre-pandemic levels isn’t a […]

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Buying a Home 5 Common Mistakes made After you’ve Applied for a Mortgage These 5 common mistakes made after you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, can cost you the loan and a home purchase. Keep these key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating, be careful when it comes to your money and assets. Avoid thing […]

Selling a Home Sellers Need to Put Their Best Foot Forward Here in Southeast Texas we are still experiencing low inventory and high demand, which means that some buyers are being forced to compete against each other for homes. While that might sound like it means less work for sellers, that’s not the case. Sellers still need to put their best foot forward. 7 common mistakes […]

Buying a Home Your Credit Score Matters More Than You Think Like it or not, your credit score matters more than you think and is one of the most important numbers in your life, ranking up there with your Social Security number, date of birth, and wedding anniversary. This three-digit number is your financial report card, except there’s no getting rid of it after college. Your credit […]

Selling a Home Top Staging Props for Preparing a Home for Sale When preparing your home for buyers, staging is bigger than you may think, at least for the photos. Did you know 90% of buyer decide to look at a home from photos they have seen online? Check out my 6 top staging props. Bowl of lemons I love seeing a glass bowl of lemons on […]

Real Estate News & Trends Unprecedented Real Estate Market challenges for you In a normal market, it’s good to have an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home. That person can advise you on important things like pricing your home correctly or the first steps to take when you’re ready to buy. However, what we’re in today is far from normal, it is an unprecedented […]