We hear it all the time. Headlines trumpet “mortgage rates at historic lows!†Could this really be true, or is it hype? Curious to find out, we researched mortgage rates way back to 1981 to find out the real story. Which is to say, yes, our current interest rates are historic. Back then, some 30 … Continued
Selling a home usually means some updating, possibly remodeling a few areas. Kitchens and bathroom renovations reap payback at closing time, but a word to the wise: don’t over improve. You’ll set yourself up for a yield of diminishing returns. The smartest way to increase your home’s value is to bring it up to neighborhood … Continued
We’ve all heard that this is a buyers’ market, there are plenty of real estate choices and buyers expect the lowest price possible. This can put sellers on the defensive. However, you can position your home in this market to satisfy buyers and get fair market value for your property, specially if you add more … Continued
This 25 minute presentation captures a 44 year macro look at where to get your accurate Real Estate advice, how Real Estate has performed through historical crisis, historical impact of Mortgage Rates, What drives Real Estate prices and Tips on what to do NOW in our local market place. Call me to get access to … Continued