by Chuck Norsch | Jan 25, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers
As we look back over the past year, we’ve certainly lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. After spending so much more time at home throughout the health crisis, some are wondering if they should move to improve their mental health and...
by Chuck Norsch | Jan 21, 2021 | Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates
Earlier this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their most recent Jobs Report. The report revealed that the economy lost 140,000 jobs in December. That’s a devastating number and dramatically impacts those households that lost a source of income....
by Chuck Norsch | Jan 14, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates
The housing market made an incredible recovery in 2020 and is now positioned for an even stronger year in 2021. Record-low mortgage interest rates are a driving factor in this continued momentum, with average rates hovering at historic all-time lows. According to the...
by Chuck Norsch | Jan 13, 2021 | Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Short Sales
At the onset of the economic disruptions caused by the COVID pandemic, the government quickly put into place forbearance plans to allow homeowners to remain in their homes without making their monthly mortgage payments. Today, almost three million households are...
by Chuck Norsch | Jan 11, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
According to the latest CoreLogic Home Price Insights Report, nationwide home values increased by 8.2% over the last twelve months. The dramatic rise was brought about as the inventory of homes for sale reached historic lows at the same time buyer demand was buoyed by...
by Chuck Norsch | Jan 8, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, FSBO's, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Selling Myths
Some Highlights Choosing the right real estate professional to work with is one of the most important decisions you can make in your homebuying or selling process. The right agent can explain current market conditions and break down exactly what they mean for you. If...