by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | Feb 28, 2023
After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may be wondering if now’s the right time to buy or if you should hold off on your search until rates come back down. (more…)
by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | Feb 27, 2023
by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | Feb 23, 2023
According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable. (more…)
by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | Feb 22, 2023
Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says: (more…)
by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | Feb 21, 2023
The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: (more…)
by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | Feb 16, 2023
The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up for spring. It can be hard to navigate misleading headlines and confusing data, so here’s what you should know about today’s home prices.
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