Rising Prices Can Build Your Family's Wealth...
But By How Much?
Originally Posted At: https://www.comehomevirginia.com/what-will-your-house-be-worth-5-years-from-now-market-update-forecast
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Do you already or are you planning to call Saratoga in Springfield Va your home? What benefits and features does the community have to offer the home buyer? Saratoga is a neighborhood in Springfield, Virginia. This community dates back to 1971 and has continued to develop over the years, most recently a small grouping of homes were built here in 2017. Saratoga mostly features mid-size homes that are competitively priced in the mid-range or move-up price level. The most common type of home in this community is single-family home, and the majority are colonial, split level style and some split foyer models, and they were built between 1971 and 2017. Homes in Saratoga about 2,400 square feet on average and typically have 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Homes in this neighborhood typically sit on lots of approximately 1/4 acre range. The majority of the single family homes in Saratoga have attached two car garages. There are also townhouse section with a variety of models and styles available if you prefer a townhouse to a detached home. The community has shopping, restaurants the Saratoga Elementary school is also within the Saratoga neighborhood. Saratoga also has a private community pool (memberships are not included and must be paid for individually if desired)
Parkfairfax Alexandria Va 22302 homes have you been watching the market values?
As the saying goes, "unless, you've been living under a rock" you are probably aware that real estate is presently in a seller's market. Based on the current level of inventory (Homes for Sale) and the current absorption rate definition presently the current inventory indicates that most neighborhoods in the Northern Va metro area have approximately 2 months supply of homes for sale, currently Saratoga has very low inventory (But a number of homes for sale have also languished on the market recently, highlighting the need for professional marketing even during a seller's market). This applies to homes in both the starter price levels properties, homes in Saratoga will fall into the mid-level or move up home buyer range.
Interestingly the higher priced or luxury level homes in Northern Virginia are experiencing a buyers market with respect to available inventory, which means those that are ready to move up to high-end or luxury priced home are in the best of both worlds. Being able to buy with the advantages of a buyer's market while selling their current house in seller's market conditions. If you presently own a Detached Single Family or Town House home in Saratoga and you are ready to for a move up you are in a great position right now. Read: "Moving up to a luxury home.. now's the time."
Your home should first and foremost be a place you love a place where you, your family and friends feel comfortable and a place to make wonderful memories. A house is also the source for most individuals, couples and families have the best chance to grow their net worth. Even with moderate price appreciation rates in homes in just a few years time the increased values are quite impressive.
Real Estate experts currently estimated that over the next five years, home prices will rise, on average, by more than three and a half percent per year that's about 18.2% cumulatively, according to Pulsenomics’ most recent Home Price Expectation Survey. (Here is where your tax free raise comes in to play.)
What Is Your Saratoga House Worth Now? 
What does this mean to Saratoga home owner equity?
Let's take a look at one possibility for a median priced home in N. Virginia. Assume a young couple bought and settled on a $400,000 home this year in January. If we look at the forecast increase in the price of that house, how much will their home equity increase in 5 years?
Many experts predict that home prices will increase by 5.0% in 2018, (this will vary with region of the country as well as
your particular neighborhood) be sure to consult a real estate professional in your area for values; in the example above, the new homeowners will have gained $20,000 in equity in just one year.
Over a five-year period, their anticipated equity will increase by over $77,000! This figure does not even take into account their monthly principal mortgage payments. In this example with a $320,000 30 year fixed rate mortgage this family will also have over $28,000 equity build up from paying down the principal of the mortgage. It's important to remember that in most cases, home equity is the largest portion of a family’s overall net worth. Is it any wonder why a home owners average net worth is approximately 45 times greater than a renters?
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Bottom Line
Not only is homeownership something most people take great pride in achieving, but it also gives you and your family the opportunity to build equity you can borrow against in the future. If you are ready and willing to buy, find out if you are able to today! Give us a call (703) 585-4687 or Contact Us
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Saratoga is a neighborhood in Springfield, Virginia. The most common type of home in this community is single-family home, and the majority are colonial and split level style, and they were built between 1971 and 2017. Homes in Saratoga are 2,400 square feet on average and typically have 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Homes in this neighborhood typically sit on quarter-acre lots. The most common type of parking in the community is garage, and homes in Saratoga typically have two spaces.
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