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Are We in a Housing Bubble? Experts Say No.

The question of whether the real estate market is a bubble ready to pop seems to be dominating a lot of conversations – and everyone has an opinion. Yet, when it comes down to it, the opinions that carry the most weight are the ones based on experience and expertise. Here are four expert opinions […]

What Do Experts See on the Horizon for the Second Half of the Year?

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | June 30, 2021

As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what’s to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Near record-low mortgage rates coupled with rising home price appreciation kicked off a robust housing market in the first half of 2021, but what does the forecast tell us about what’s on […]

June 2021 Housing Market Update

By Nicole McCormick | June 22, 2021

Geoff Green, the host of the June 2021 Housing Market Update, welcomed viewers. Panelists for this month’s update include Keren Gonen, Green Team New Jersey Realty; Jennifer DiCostanzo, Green Team New York Realty, and Jessica Imparato, Loan Originator with Cardinal Financial If you missed the webinar or would like to watch it again, it […]

Why This Is Not Like 2008 Again

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | June 10, 2021

During the Great Recession, just over a decade ago, the financial systems the world depended on started to collapse. It created a panic that drove some large companies out of business (ex. Lehman Brothers) and many more into bankruptcy. The financial crisis that accompanied the current pandemic caused hardship to certain industries and hurt many small […]

Home Price Appreciation Is as Simple as Supply and Demand

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | June 9, 2021

Home price appreciation continues to accelerate. Today, prices are driven by the simple concept of supply and demand. Pricing of any item is determined by how many items are available compared to how many people want to buy that item. As a result, the strong year-over-year home price appreciation is simple to explain. The demand for […]

Homes Across the Country Are Selling Fast

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | May 28, 2021

Some Highlights In today’s whirlwind real estate market, houses are selling at astonishing speed – from sea to shining sea. Four years ago, the average house spent 39 days on the market. Two years ago, homes were on the market for about 24 days. Today, that number has dropped to just 17 short days. If you’re […]

May 2021 Housing Market Update

By Nicole McCormick | May 25, 2021

Geoff Green, the host of the May 2021 Housing Market Update, welcomed viewers. Panelists for this month’s update include Keren Gonen, Green Team New Jersey Realty; Carol Buchanan, Green Team New York Realty, and Michael Giannetto, Cross Country Mortgage. If you missed the webinar or would like to watch it again, it’s available here: New […]

Where Do Experts Say the Housing Market Is Heading?

By Nicole McCormick | May 25, 2021

As we enter the middle of 2021, many are wondering if we’ll see big changes in the housing market during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key factors that will drive the industry and the economy forward in the months to come. realtor.com “. […]

It’s Not Too Late To Apply For Forbearance

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | May 12, 2021

Over the past year, the pandemic made it challenging for some homeowners to make their mortgage payments. Thankfully, the government initiated a forbearance program to provide much-needed support. Unless they’re extended once again, some of these plans and the corresponding mortgage payment deferral options will expire soon. That said, there’s still time to request assistance. If your […]

Is Home Price Appreciation Accelerating Again?

By Nicole McCormick | April 29, 2021

At the beginning of the year, industry forecasts called for home price appreciation to slow to about half of the double-digit increase we saw last year. The thinking was that inventory would increase from record-low levels and put an end to the bidding wars that have driven home prices up over the past twelve months. However, that […]

April 2021 Housing Market Update

By Nicole McCormick | April 28, 2021

Green Team Realty’s April 2021 Housing Market Update was held on Tuesday; April 20 at 12 p.m. Geoff Green, President of Green Team Realty, welcomed viewers. If you missed the webinar or would like to view it again, it is available here: Snapshot of Year-over-Year Changes in Key Metrics Showings are up 49% Purchase applications, […]

Don’t Be Fooled by Remarkable Real Estate Headlines

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | April 28, 2021

Don’t be impressed by the headlines reporting year-over-year housing numbers for the next several months (data covering March, April, May, and June). The data will most likely show eye-popping one-year increases. While the year-over-year jumps will certainly be striking, consumers should take these numbers with a grain of salt, as the situation highlights a short-term […]

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