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Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 8, 2025 | Forecasts, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is really the right time to move. There is one place you can turn to for answers you want the most. And that’s the experts.Leading...

Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 7, 2025 | For Sellers, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger. But why is that? As Redfin says:“. . . today’s housing market has been topsy-turvy since the pandemic. Low inventory (though rising) and high prices have...

Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 6, 2025 | Economy, Home Prices | 0 Comments

With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may...

The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 5, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to put 20% down can feel like a major roadblock.But that’s actually a common misconception. Here’s the truth.Do You Really Have To Put...

Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 2, 2025 | Equity, For Sellers, Infographics, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsThanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity.Once you sell, you can use it to fund your down payment on your next home or maybe even to buy a...

What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | May 1, 2025 | Economy, For Buyers, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering what it means for the value of their home – and their buying power.Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened...

A Tale of Two Housing Markets

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 30, 2025 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Inventory | 0 Comments

For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like crazy. But lately, things are starting to shift. Some areas are still super competitive for buyers, while others are seeing more homes...

Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Aren’t a Warning Sign

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 29, 2025 | Economy, Foreclosures | 0 Comments

When it feels like the cost of just about everything is rising, it’s only natural to wonder what that means for the housing market. Some people are even questioning whether more homeowners will struggle to make their mortgage payments, ultimately leading to a wave of...

Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 28, 2025 | For Buyers, Inventory | 0 Comments

It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year. Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment. Conditions just weren’t great.Inventory was too low, prices were too high, and mortgage rates were bouncing all over. That made it...

You Finally Have More Options for Your Move

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | April 25, 2025 | For Buyers, Infographics, Inventory | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsIf you put your home search on hold because you couldn’t find anything you liked in your budget, it’s time to try again. There’s a much wider selection of homes for sale, with more fresh listings hitting the market each month.With more options come...