As we enter the summer months and work through the challenges associated with the current health crisis, many are wondering what impact the economic slowdown will have on home prices. Looking at the big picture, supply and demand will give us the clearest idea of what’s to come. Making our way through the month of…
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Experts Predict Economic Recovery Should Begin in the Second Half of the Year
One of the biggest questions we all seem to be asking these days is: When are we going to start to see an economic recovery? As the country begins to slowly reopen, moving forward in strategic phases, business activity will help bring our nation back to life. Many economists indicate a recovery should begin to happen in the…
Housing Market Positioned to Bring Back the Economy
All eyes are on the American economy. As it goes, so does the world economy. With states beginning to reopen, the question becomes: which sectors of the economy will drive its recovery? There seems to be a growing consensus that the housing market is positioned to be that driving force, the tailwind that is necessary. Some may…
Will the Housing Market Turn Around This Year?
Today, many people are asking themselves if they should buy or sell a home in 2020. Some have shifted their plans or put them on hold over the past couple of months, and understandably so. Everyone seems to be wondering if the market is going to change and when the economy will turn around. If you’re trying…
Virtual Home Seller Seminar
Were you thinking about selling this year but unsure now due to COVID-19 fears? Are you concerned about a home inspection and unsure of what repairs, if any, you should make upfront? Do you have years of accumulated “stuff” that you don’t know what to do with? Would you find it beneficial to learn exactly…
How does it work if you skip mortgage payments?
Mortgage forbearance programs can help in the short term — but they all come with repayment plans. So you decide to ask your mortgage company for payment forbearance. What does that mean? The idea is that borrowers who have been temporarily furloughed from their jobs, laid off or can’t work because of sickness from COVID-19…
What If I Need to Sell My Home Now? What Can I Do?
Every day that passes, people have a need to buy and sell homes. That doesn’t stop during the current pandemic. If you’ve had a major life change recently, whether with your job or your family situation, you may be in a position where you need to sell your home – and fast. While you probably feel…
Where’s My Crystal Ball
Well, last week would have been the deadline for many of us to file and pay our taxes – but with the extension, we all have until July 15th to finalize that annual tradition! Lots of news and notes to pass along today, so please take a moment to read, listen and enjoy! Crystal Balls…
Think This Is a Housing Crisis? Think Again.
With all of the unanswered questions caused by COVID-19 and the economic slowdown we’re experiencing across the country today, many are asking if the housing market is in trouble. For those who remember 2008, it’s logical to ask that question. Many of us experienced financial hardships, lost homes, and were out of work during the…