The real estate industry can be challenging. Real estate agents are competing against each other to sell as many homes as possible. Lenders are battling for mortgage loan customers. And home buyers are bidding against each other to land their dream home while simultaneously negotiating with the seller to pay as little as possible. Continue reading
Real estate investing is a sound business strategy, whether purchasing a home to renovate then selling it at a profit or converting a property into a rental unit. Continue reading
That’s a message you should be delivering to clients who have been chomping at the bit to buy a home but have been forced to hold off because of soaring interest rates, unprecedented home prices, and high inflation.
And why is this the right time for such a pep talk? Because mortgage rates have finally eased – even if only temporarily – enough for them to get into the market and scoop up a home before uncertainty and volatility take center stage again in the coming weeks. Continue reading
The fact is that almost anyone – including your clients – has the opportunity to invest in real estate. Whether they invest in real estate directly or indirectly, they can enjoy the healthy returns they receive on their investment. Continue reading
If you’ve been paying attention – and even if you haven’t – you know these headlines have dominated real estate industry news outlets over the past couple of months. Continue reading
It’s not always easy to have your finger on the pulse of the real estate market across a large region. But there is merit in comparing key indicators and statistics to gain perspective and clarity on variables such as home values, sales volume, market trends, and year-to-year comparisons. Continue reading
Lucky for them, they have you in their corner. You’re the voice of reason. You’re their advocate. You’re the one who’s going to help provide creative solutions that will get them into a home they love. Continue reading
Last week, the Federal Reserve raised its target federal funds interest rate by a quarter percentage point (.25) from near zero. This was the first increase in the benchmark rate in three years. And all indications are that it’s just the beginning. Continue reading
Many market experts had predicted that home prices would decelerate this year, and home inventory would increase, making it at least a little easier for your clients to find and afford a home in 2022. Continue reading
