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Why a Real Estate Professional Is Key When Selling Your House

Written by Stuart FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Mortgage Rates Stuart FL, Pricing, Selling Myths, Stuart FL Mortgage.

With today’s real estate market moving as fast as it is, working with a real estate professional is more essential than ever. They have the skills, experience, and expertise it takes to navigate the highly detailed and involved process of selling a home. That may be why the percentage of people who list their houses on their own, known as a FSBO or For Sale By Owner, has reached its lowest point since 1985 (see graph below): Here are five reasons why selling with a real estate professional makes more sense, even in today’s hot market: 1. They Know What Buyers Want To See Before you decide...

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Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This Year

Written by Stuart FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Rates Stuart FL, Move-Up Buyers, Stuart FL Mortgage.

If you’re buying or selling a home this year, you’re likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that might include things like your down payment and closing costs. And for sellers, you’re probably working on a bit of spring cleaning and maintenance to spruce up your house before you list it. Either way, any money you get back from your taxes can help you achieve your goals. Using a tax refund is a common tactic for buyers and sellers. SmartAsset estimates the average American will receive a $2,897 tax refund this year. The map below provides a more detailed estimate by state: If...

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Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Stuart FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Mortgage Rates Stuart FL, Move-Up Buyers, Stuart FL Mortgage.

Some Highlights If you’re a homeowner, your net worth has gotten a big boost. That’s because recent home price appreciation has increased your equity. Your equity grows as you pay down your loan and as your home increases in value. Over the past year, the average homeowner’s equity grew by $55,300. Ready to sell? Let’s connect to talk about how you can use that equity to fuel your next move. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You

Written by Stuart FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Rates Stuart FL, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Stuart FL Mortgage.

Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years. Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago. However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, tweeted just last week on this issue: “. . . We do need price appreciation to slow today (it’s not sustainable over the long run) but high price growth today is supported by fundamentals- short supply, lower rates & demographic demand. And we are in a...

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Remote Work Trends Mean Flexibility for First-Time Homebuyers

Written by Stuart FL Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates Stuart FL, Stuart FL Mortgage.

Today’s low inventory can be challenging for homebuyers, especially if you’re looking to purchase your first home. But if you’re one of many people who work remotely, you may have a great opportunity to use the flexibility you have at work to achieve your homebuying goals this year. In a recent report, Arch Capital Services explains how the ongoing trend of remote work can open up more options for homebuyers: “. . . This will enable those who are able to work from home on a part-time or hybrid basis to move slightly farther away from job centers. . . . For workers who secure full-time remote...

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