Even though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean today’s market is at a standstill. In actuality, buyer traffic is still strong today. The ShowingTime Showing Index is a measure of how much buyers are touring homes. The graph below uses that index…
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Outlaw Music Festival
Overview To celebrate his 90th birthday Willie Nelson is going on tour this year and bringing his Outlaw Music Festival to cities across the country, including Dallas. The Outlaw Music Festival will stop by Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas on June 30. Tickets are on sale NOW – Use special code 1114RK15 to get %15…
2023 HOME PRICES- WHATS AHEAD?
What’s Ahead for Home Prices in 2023 Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and that this could be a repeat of 2008 – which hasn’t happened. Others have forecasted a real estate market that could see slight appreciation or…
THE MARKET IS CALLING-WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO LIST?
Get Ready: The Best Time To List Your House Is Almost Here If you’re thinking about selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast approaching. Experts at realtor.com looked at seasonal trends from recent years (excluding 2020 as an uncharacteristic year due to the onset…
BREAKING NEWS- EQUITY
As stated in money.com, the average homeowner has amassed significant equity in their home over the last few years. While this article states national numbers, the local numbers in the DFW area are impressive as well. Equity is the amount of money you would receive (if you sold or refinanced) between the amount owed, assuming…
Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know
Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you. Business Insider explains: “In a preapproval [sic], the lender tells you which types of loans you may be eligible to take…
Dallas Blooms Feb 25-April16
Dallas Blooms Dallas Blooms is the largest floral festival in the Southwest and is a must-see springtime affair! Each year, the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden transforms with a breathtaking display featuring 500,000 blooms from tulips to pansies, live entertainment, Easter events and more. Event Details Dates: Mid-February through Mid-April. The 2023 dates are Feb. 25–April…
More People Are Finding the Benefits of Multigenerational Households Today
If you’re thinking of buying a home and living with siblings, parents, or grandparents, then multigenerational living may be for you. The Pew Research Center defines a multigenerational household as a home with two or more adult generations. And the number of individuals choosing multigenerational living has increased over the past 50 years. As you consider this…
Perspective Matters When Selling Your House Today
Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning your plans to sell your house? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s still a sellers’ market even during the cooldown. Fewer Homes for Sale than Pre-Pandemic While…