guaranteed sold: When a House Becomes a Happy Home
- 12/24/19 06:01 AM
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership.
No matter the size or shape of a living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain scent or a favorite chair, the feel-good connections to our own homes are typically more important to us than the financial ones. Here are some of the reasons why
1. Owning your home offers stability to start and raise a family From the best neighborhoods to the top school … (0 comments)
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guaranteed sold: 5,300 Reasons to Be Happy You’re a Homeowner
- 12/19/19 06:14 AM
Studies have shown that, in many cases, the largest asset a family owns is the house they live in. Over the last twelve months, that asset has gained substantial value.
CoreLogic just released their 2019 3rd Quarter Homeowner Equity Insights Report. The report revealed that:
“U.S. homeowners with mortgages (roughly 64% of all properties) have seen their equity increase by a total of nearly $457 billion since the third quarter 2018, an increase of 5.1%, year over year.”
The equity in a property is determined by comparing the current value of the property against the outstanding mortgage debt. As prices rise, … (1 comments)
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guaranteed sold: 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020
- 12/17/19 06:28 AM
It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces, but we can have deep sentimental attachments to the homes we’re leaving behind, too. Growing emotions can help or hinder a sale, depending on how we manage them.
When it comes to the bottom line, homeowners need to know what it takes to avoid costly mistakes. Being mindful of these things and prepared for the process can help you avoid some of the most common mishaps when selling your house.
1. Overpricing Your Home When inventory is low, like it is in … (4 comments)
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guaranteed sold: NEW LISTING! Omaha Home for Sale at The Hampton's
- 12/16/19 02:26 PM
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guaranteed sold: Have You Outgrown Your Home?
- 12/12/19 07:20 AM
It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today – whether it’s your starter home or just one you’ve fallen in love with along the way – might not be your forever home.
The good news is, it’s okay to admit if your house no longer fits your needs.
According to the latest Home Price Insights from CoreLogic, prices have appreciated 3.5% year-over-year. At the same time, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports inventory has dropped 4.3% from one year ago.These two statistics are directly related to one another. As inventory has decreased and demand has increased, … (1 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Have You Budgeted for Closing Costs?
- 12/10/19 06:31 AM
Saving for a down payment is a key step in the homebuying process, and it’s not the only piece you need to include in your budget. Another factor that’s important to plan for is the closing costs required to obtain a mortgage.
What Are Closing Costs? According to Trulia,
“When you close on a home, a number of fees are due. They typically range from 2% to 5% of the total cost of the home, and can include title insurance, origination fees, underwriting fees, document preparation fees, and more.”
For those who buy a $250,000 home, for example, that amount could be … (0 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Is A Bigger House Within Your Budget?
- 12/05/19 06:21 AM
At this time of year, many families come together to celebrate the season. It’s also the time when many realize their homes are just not quite big enough to host all of their guests and loved ones. Are you one of those homeowners dreaming for a larger space to call home?
You may have enough equity in your current home to move up. According to the Q3 2019 U.S. Home Equity & Underwater Report by ATTOM Data Solutions,
“14.4 million residential properties in the United States were considered equity rich, meaning that the combined estimated amount of loans secured by those … (1 comments)
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guaranteed sold: 5 Reasons to Sell This Winter
- 12/03/19 06:26 AM
Below are five compelling reasons to list your house this winter.
1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing, and able to purchase, and are in the market right now. More often than not, in many areas of the country, multiple buyers are competing with each other to buy the same home.
Take advantage of the buyer activity currently in the market.
2. There Is Less Competition Now Inventory is still under the 6-month supply … (1 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
- 11/29/19 06:30 AM
Some Highlights: Existing Home Sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.46 million. The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6 months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply. Inventory remains low due to high demand from buyers who are still looking for a house to buy!
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guaranteed sold: The True Cost of Not Owning Your Home
- 11/26/19 06:08 AM
There are great advantages to owning a home, yet many people continue to rent. The financial benefits are just some of the reasons why homeownership has been a part of the long-standing American dream.
Realtor.com reported that:
“Buying remains the more attractive option in the long term – that remains the American dream, and it’s true in many markets where renting has become really the shortsighted option…as people get more savings in their pockets, buying becomes the better option.”
Why is owning a home financially better than renting? Here are the top 5 financial benefits of homeownership:
Homeownership is a form … (0 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Buyers Are Looking Now. Are You Ready to List Your Home?
- 11/21/19 06:25 AM
Inventory on the market today is low, especially among existing homes in the entry and middle-level tiers of the market. It is hovering well below the 6-month supply typically found in a more normal market, as shown in the graph below:With inventory being one of the biggest housing market challenges today, finding a starter home right now isn’t easy. According to the Q3 Housing Trends Report from the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB), 68% of those searching for a home think their search will get harder or stay about the same over the next 12 months.
The same study reveals,
“In … (1 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Expert Advice: 3 Benefits to Owning a Home
- 11/19/19 06:14 AM
Success is something often worth repeating, and Brent Sutherland, a Certified Financial Planner and Real Estate Investor, has certainly made his way in a momentum-driving direction. Here are 3 tips he shares from a recent piece in Business Insider on the benefits of owning real estate:
1. Real estate diversifies your income“While it is certainly important to be properly diversified with your investments, it is even more important to be diversified with your income. This is because the largest financial risk for most of you is the loss of your primary source of income, which is typically in the form of a … (1 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Buyer Demand Growing in Every Region
- 11/14/19 06:20 AM
Buyers are out in full force this fall, increasing the demand for homebuying in all four regions of the country.
According to the latest ShowingTime Showing Index,
“Home showing activity was up again nationwide with a 4.6 percent rise in traffic, as the traditionally slow fall season began with a marked boost in buyer interest.”
Buyers clearly have the right idea, as mortgage rates have dropped over a full percentage point since the fall of 2018. They’ve hovered in a historically low range since this summer, making the overall cost of homeownership significantly more attractive and affordable.
Here’s the breakdown of … (0 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Homeownership Rate Remains on the Rise
- 11/12/19 06:22 AM
In the third quarter of 2019, the U.S. homeownership rate rose again, signaling another strong indicator of the current housing market.
The U.S. Census Bureau announced,
“The homeownership rate of 64.8 percent was not statistically different from the rate in the third quarter 2018 (64.4 percent), but was 0.7 percentage points higher than the rate in the second quarter 2019 (64.1 percent).”
Today there is still a lack of inventory, particularly at the entry and middle-level segments of the market, but that is not stopping buyers from making every effort to pursue homeownership. The many financial and non-financial benefits continue to … (2 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Forget the Price of the Home. The Cost is What Matters.
- 11/07/19 06:36 AM
Home buying activity (demand) is up, and the number of available listings (supply) is down. When demand outpaces supply, prices appreciate. That’s why firms are beginning to increase their projections for home price appreciation going forward. As an example, CoreLogic increased their 12-month projection for home values from 4.5% to 5.6% over the last few months.
The reacceleration of home values will cause some to again voice concerns about affordability. Just last week, however, First American came out with a data analysis that explains how price is not the only market factor that impacts affordability. They studied prices, mortgage rates, and … (0 comments)
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guaranteed sold: Planning on Buying a Home? Be Sure You Know Your Options.
- 11/05/19 06:05 AM
When you’re ready to buy, you’ll need to determine if you prefer the charm of an existing home or the look and feel of a newer build. With limited existing home inventory available today, especially in the starter and middle-level markets, many buyers are considering a new home that’s recently been constructed, or they’re building the home of their dreams.
According to Robert Dietz, Chief Economist at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB),
“The second half of 2019 has seen steady gains in single-family construction, and this is mirrored by the gradual uptick in builder sentiment over the past few … (3 comments)
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guaranteed sold: NEW LISTING! Gorgeous Omaha Home for Sale in Cherry Hills
- 11/04/19 09:29 AM
SPECIAL FINANCING. PAY NO LENDER FEES. SAVE $4,000 TO $7,000! CALL 402-676-6700.
PRE-INSPECTED! Remarkably gorgeous home in Cherry Hills. The open layout of the kitchen and family room features a large island, bright eating area with windows on three sides, a brick fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases, and plenty of space to relax. Two flex rooms on the main floor could be used for formal dining, office, play area or to entertain. Getting ready in the morning will be a breeze with the dual sinks in the master bathroom, shower for him, whirlpool for her, and a huge walk-in closet with his … (4 comments)
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guaranteed sold: NEW LISTING! Omaha Home for Sale in Montclair of Westwood
- 10/31/19 12:03 PM
SPECIAL FINANCING. PAY NO LENDER FEES. SAVE $4,000 TO $7,000! CALL 402-676-6700.
Unbelievably well-maintained home in Montclair of Westwood. See the beautiful kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and an abundance of cabinets. The large living room is well-lit with big windows. Three well appointed bathrooms with tasteful updates. Three big bedrooms plus a fourth non-conforming bedroom on the lower level. Warm up by the brick fireplace in the family room. In the Spring you will enjoy relaxing on the two-tier deck which is shaded by large trees. The fenced backyard is ideal for pets and little ones. Extra deep garage. … (3 comments)
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guaranteed sold: NEW LISTING! Omaha Home for Sale in Roanoke Estate
- 10/31/19 08:24 AM
SPECIAL FINANCING. PAY NO LENDER FEES. SAVE $4,000 TO $7,000! CALL 402-676-6700.
PRE-INSPECTED! Luxury living with high-end finishes at a reasonable price. Cooking in this kitchen will be a pleasure with it’s granite counters, Alder cabinets, stone accents, and a gas range. Both bathrooms have been remodeled from top to bottom. Gorgeous engineered birch floors. Anti-microbial copper sink basins. Great bedroom sizes. Downstair is a big family room with gas log fireplace. This home has a covered deck with privacy shades great for family gatherings and a full fence. 27’ deep garage. Windows, furnace, AC were all replaced in ’15. Roof and … (4 comments)
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guaranteed sold: How to Determine If You Can Afford to Buy a Home
- 10/31/19 06:25 AM
The gap between the increase in personal income and residential real estate prices has been used to defend the concept that we are experiencing an affordability crisis in housing today.
It is true that home prices and wages are two key elements in any affordability equation. There is, however, an extremely important third component to that equation: mortgage interest rates.
Mortgage interest rates have fallen by more than a full percentage point from this time last year. Today’s rate is 3.75%; it was 4.86% at this time last year. This has dramatically increased a purchaser’s ability to afford a home.
Here … (4 comments)
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