Housing Market News

More Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment Than Ever Before

By Nicole McCormick | June 15, 2022

Americans’ opinion on the value of real estate as an investment is climbing. That’s according to an annual survey from Gallup. Not only is real estate viewed as the best investment for the ninth year in a row, but more Americans selected it than ever before. The graph below shows the results of the survey since Gallup began asking the […]

Why the Growing Number of Homes for Sale Is Good for Your Move Up

By Nicole McCormick | June 12, 2022

Are you thinking about selling your current home? If so, the biggest question on your mind may be: if I sell now, where will I go? If this resonates with you, there’s something you should know. The number of homes coming onto the market is increasing and that could make it easier for you to move up this summer. […]

Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House

By Nicole McCormick | June 9, 2022

If your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make a move, taking advantage of today’s sellers’ market might be just the answer for your summer plans. With homes continuing to get multiple offers, this could be your moment to get the contract you’re looking for on your house if you’re ready to sell. And here’s the thing […]

History Proves Recession Doesn’t Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Nicole McCormick | June 9, 2022

Some Highlights It’s important to understand history proves an economic slowdown does not equal a housing crisis. In 4 of the last 6 recessions, home prices actually appreciated. Home prices only fell twice – minimally in the early 90s and then by nearly 20% during the housing crash in 2008. If you have questions, let’s connect to discuss why today’s […]

May 2022 Housing Market Update

By Nicole McCormick | June 2, 2022

Geoff Green, the moderator of the monthly Housing Market webinar, is a real estate expert and entrepreneur.  And, he is joined for the May 2022 Housing Market Update by Keren Gonen, Green Team New Jersey Realty; Vikki Garby, Green Team New York Realty; Chad Barris, Family First Funding, and Ken Ford, Warwick Valley Financial Advisors. If you […]

How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits the Economy and Your Community

By Nicole McCormick | May 29, 2022

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, chances are you’re focusing on the many extraordinary ways it’ll change your life. But do you know it has a large impact on your community too? To measure that impact, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) releases a report each year to highlight just how much economic activity a home sale generates. The chart […]

Sellers Have an Opportunity with Today’s Home Prices

By Nicole McCormick | May 29, 2022

As mortgage rates started to rise this year, many homeowners began to wonder if the value of their homes would fall. Here’s the good news. Historically, when mortgage rates rise by a percentage point or more, home values continue to appreciate. The latest data on home prices seems to confirm that trend. According to data from CoreLogic, home price appreciation has […]

Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Nicole McCormick | May 20, 2022

Some Highlights If recent headlines about rising inflation are making you wonder if it’s still a good time to buy, here’s what experts have to say. Housing is an asset that typically grows in value. Plus, your mortgage helps stabilize your monthly housing costs, and buying protects you from rising rents. Experts say owning a home is historically a good hedge […]

The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

By Nicole McCormick | May 19, 2022

A recession does not equal a housing crisis. That’s the one thing that every homeowner today needs to know. Everywhere you look, experts are warning we could be heading toward a recession, and if true, an economic slowdown doesn’t mean homes will lose value. The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) defines a recession this way: “A recession is […]

How Homeownership Can Bring You Joy

By Nicole McCormick | May 18, 2022

If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, you’re probably weighing a few different factors. The financial benefits of homeownership might be one of the reasons you want to make a purchase if you’re a renter, but the decision can also be motivated by having a place that’s uniquely your own. If you […]

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

By Nicole McCormick | May 17, 2022

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans. Today, buyers are reacting in one of two ways: they’re either making the decision to […]

If You’re a Homeowner, You Have Incredible Leverage When You Sell Today

By Nicole McCormick | May 16, 2022

In today’s housing market, homeowners have a great opportunity to sell their house and receive the best terms for their personal situation. That’s because there’s a limited number of homes for sale, which is creating competition among buyers. Right now, homebuyers want three things: To be the winning bid on their dream home To buy before mortgage rates rise more To buy […]

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