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Homeowners Gained $28K in Equity over the Past Year

Niki Salter | July 3, 2024 | Uncategorized

If you own a home, your net worth has probably gone up a lot over the past year. Home prices have been rising, which means you’re building equity much faster than you might think. Here’s how it works. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. Over the… Read more

Real Estate Still Holds the Title of Best Long-Term Investment

Niki Salter | July 2, 2024 | Uncategorized

With all the headlines circulating about home prices and mortgage rates, you may be asking yourself if it still makes sense to buy a home right now, or if it’s better to keep renting. Here’s some information that could help put your mind at ease by showing that investing in a home is still a powerful… Read more

What To Do When Your House Didn’t Sell

Niki Salter | July 1, 2024 | Uncategorized

If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, it’s totally natural to feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. And as you’re working through that, you’re probably also wondering what went wrong and what you should do next. If you still need to move and want to get it back on the market, here… Read more

Housing Market Forecast for the 2nd Half of 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Niki Salter | June 28, 2024 | Uncategorized

Some Highlights Wondering what the second half of the year holds for the housing market? Here’s what expert forecasts say. Home prices are expected to climb moderately. Mortgage rates are forecast to come down slightly. And, home sales are projected to hold steady. If you have questions about what to expect for the rest of… Read more

The Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal

Niki Salter | June 27, 2024 | Uncategorized

When you decide to buy your first home, you may come across a number of terms and conditions you’re not familiar with. While you may have a general idea of what an inspection is, maybe you’re not sure why you need one or how it’s different from an appraisal. To keep it simple, here’s an… Read more

Focus on Time in the Market, Not Timing the Market

Niki Salter | June 26, 2024 | Uncategorized

Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a big question on many people’s minds today. And while what timing is right for you will depend on a lot of other personal factors, here’s something you may not have considered. If you’re able to buy at today’s rates and prices, it may… Read more

How Long Will It Take To Sell My House?

Niki Salter | June 25, 2024 | Uncategorized

You want your house to sell fast. And you may be wondering how long the whole process is going to take. One way to get your answer? Work with a local real estate agent. They have the expertise to tell you how quickly homes are selling in your area and what’s impacting timelines for other… Read more

Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the 2nd Half of 2024

Niki Salter | June 24, 2024 | Uncategorized

As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales. Home Prices Are Expected To Climb Moderately Home prices are forecasted to rise at a more normal pace. The graph below shows the latest forecasts from seven of the most trusted… Read more

The Downsides of Selling Your House Without an Agent

Niki Salter | June 21, 2024 | Uncategorized

Some Highlights Considering selling your house without an agent? You should know there are some serious downsides to handling it on your own. You’ll be missing out on marketing tools that draw in more buyers, pricing and market expertise, essential negotiation skills, in-depth knowledge of the fine print in contracts, and so much more. Don’t… Read more

Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade

Niki Salter | June 20, 2024 | Uncategorized

Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season. If you’re excited about getting away and having some fun in the sun, it might make sense to consider if owning your own vacation home is right for you. An Ameriprise Financial… Read more

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