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Monthly Archives: January 2020

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5 Reasons Homeowners Throw Better Parties During the Big Game [INFOGRAPHIC]

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 31, 2020Leave a comment

Some Highlights: There’s more room to entertain a large crowd. The kitchen is big enough to whip up endless appetizers – yum! You don’t have to worry about complaints to your landlord when the cheering kicks in!

Strength of the Economy Is Surprising the Experts

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 30, 2020Leave a comment

We’re currently in the longest economic recovery in U.S. history. That has caused some to ask experts to project when the next economic slowdown (recession) could occur. Two years ago, 67% of the economists surveyed by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) for the Economic Forecasting Survey predicted we would have a recession no later than…

Where Have All the Houses Disappeared To?

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 29, 2020Leave a comment

If you’re following what’s happening in the current housing market, you’ve seen how the lack of newly constructed homes is a major reason there’s a shortage of housing inventory available to today’s buyers. Another reason is that the inventory of existing homes for sale is shrinking. According to the most recent Existing Home Sales Report…

Should I Sell My House This Year?

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 28, 2020Leave a comment

If one of the questions you’re asking yourself today is, “Should I sell my house this year?” the current Housing Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) Survey from the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) should boost your confidence as it relates to the current selling sentiment in the housing market. Even with all the information overload…

First-Time Buyers Are Searching for Existing Homes This Year

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 27, 2020Leave a comment

In the latest Housing Trends Report, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) measured the share of adults planning to buy a home over the next 12 months. The report indicates the percentage of all buyers that will be first-time buyers looking to purchase a home grew from 58% in Q4 2018 to 63% in Q4…

2020 Homebuying Checklist

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 24, 2020Leave a comment

Some Highlights: If you’re thinking of buying a home, plan ahead and stay on the right track, starting with pre-approval. Being proactive about the homebuying process will help set you up for success in each step. Make sure to work with a trusted real estate professional along the way, to help guide you through the…

The #1 Reason It Is Difficult to Find Your Dream Home

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 23, 2020Leave a comment

The headlines in real estate today all revolve around one major point: there is a shortage of homes available for sale. Price appreciation is accelerating again because there is a shortage of homes available for sale. First-time buyers are taking longer to purchase a home because there is a shortage of homes available for sale…

American Dream TV – Flipping in Taylor Lake Shores

Home Walkthrough, LifestyleBy Monica FosterJanuary 22, 2020Leave a comment

There’s a lot to see, do and learn on my latest segment of The American Dream. Not only am I giving you an exclusive tour of a beautiful listing on the canal in Taylor Lake Shores but some tips from fix and flip expert James Toler, eXp agent and owner of NASA House Buyers and his own flip home next door!

How Buyers Can Win By Downsizing in 2020

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 22, 2020Leave a comment

Home values have been increasing for 93 consecutive months, according to the National Association of Realtors. If you’re a homeowner, particularly one looking to downsize your living space, that’s great news, as you’ve likely built significant equity in your home. Here’s some more good news: mortgage rates are expected to remain low throughout 2020 at…

The 2 Surprising Things Homebuyers Really Want

General InformationBy Monica FosterJanuary 21, 2020Leave a comment

In a market where current inventory is low, it’s normal to think buyers might be willing to give up a few desirable features in their home search in order to make finding a house a little easier. Don’t be fooled, though – there’s still an interest in the market for some key upgrades. Here’s a…

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