by Norman Neu | Mar 9, 2023 | Budget Statistics, Building Costs, Economic Factors, Home Equity Loans, Loan
There’s no shortage of options for choosing a mortgage loan originator. So how do you know which one is right for you? Keep reading to learn more! Here are some things to consider that will help you select the best mortgage loan originator for your needs. Define your...
by Norman Neu | Feb 10, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Advice For Homeowners, Building Costs, Costs, Down payments, Economic Factors, Home Buying, Home Value
Buying a home is one of the most exciting – and stressful – things you can do. There are so many things to think about and keep track of, and mistakes are easy. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the seven deadly sins of home-buying – from not getting pre-approved for a...
by Norman Neu | Nov 14, 2022 | Advice for Buyers & Sellers, Economic Factors, Home Value, Housing Market Updates, Market updates, Pricing, Real Estate Finances
There’s no easy answer when it comes to predicting whether or not home prices will drop in 2023. Various factors – from the state of the economy to interest rates – can impact the housing market and drive prices up or down. That said, there are a few things we can...
by Norman Neu | Oct 15, 2021 | Economic Factors, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates
Key Points: They are usually reserved for homebuyers, but bidding wars are becoming more common in the rental home market. In July, rents nationally rose 7% year over year for one-bedroom apartments and 8.7% for two-bedroom apartments. Single-family rentals are also...
by Norman Neu | Sep 9, 2021 | Advice For Buyers, Buyer, Buying A Home, Economic Factors
Looking for the house that suits your needs best within a budget requires expertise. The thought of making the most expensive purchase of one’s life makes everyone nervous, but having real estate agents on your side can reduce stress. Selecting properties from the...
by Norman Neu | Aug 9, 2021 | Economic Factors, Housing Market Updates, Market Trends
The housing experts are predicting that the current housing boom will flatten in 2022—or possibly early 2023—when mortgage interest rates rise. The current boom in the last 12-18 months produced some frantic buying, bids in excess of asking prices, and plenty of worry...
