Right now, the housing market is full of outstanding opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re thinking of buying your first home, moving up to a bigger one, or selling so you can downsize this spring, there are perks today that are powering big moves for people across the country. Here are the top two to keep on the radar this season. The Biggest Perk for Buy...

• calendar_month March 31, 2021
• category Buyers and Sellers
• post Buyers, Homebuying, Homeownership, Low Inventory, Mortgage Rates, Sellers, Sellers Market

For generations, the homebuying process never really changed. The seller would try to estimate the market value of the home and tack on a little extra to give themselves some negotiating room. That figure would become the listing price of the house. Buyers would then try to determine how much less than the full price they could offer and still get the home. The asking price was genera...

• calendar_month April 1, 2021
• category Buyers and Sellers
• post Buyers, Homebuying, Listing, Low Inventory, Sellers, Sellers Market

Anyone who is in the market to purchase a home is fully aware of the current housing shortage. In Santa Clarita we have a lot of buyers and a historically low number of homes for sale. Homes are getting multiple offers and selling after being on the market for a short amount of time. This high demand and low supply is why we are seeing such an increase in home prices.   ...

• calendar_month April 5, 2021
• category Sellers
• post Homeownership, Listing, Low Inventory, Sellers, Sellers Market

Listing photos are the first chance many potential buyers get to be exposed to your home. This is why being prepared for listing photos and ensuring your home looks ready to sell is a key part in the home listing process. Here are some tips to prepare your home for listing photos! Clear Off Kitchen Counters & Sink When the kitchen counters are completely cleared off, buyers can imagin...

• calendar_month April 8, 2021
• category Sellers
• post Listing, Sellers, Selling

The housing market keeps sailing along. The only headwind that could take it off course is the lack of inventory for sale. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports that there were 410,000 fewer single-family homes for sale this March than in March of 2020. The key to continued success in the residential housing market is for more listings to come on the market. How...

• calendar_month May 10, 2021
• category Sellers
• post Listing, Low Inventory, Sellers, Sellers Market, Selling

If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent. After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yesterday the Federal Reserve cut the Federal Funds Rate for ...

• calendar_month September 19, 2024
• category Buyers, Buyers and Sellers, Mortgage Rates, Sellers
• post Buyers, Sellers

Think About Spring – Let’s Plan Ahead! Christmas is just days away, and while the holiday season might slow things down, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your home sale in 2025. If your home hasn’t sold yet, now could be a great opportunity to rethink your strategy for the upcoming spring market. Common Selling Challenges Selling your home doesn'...

• calendar_month December 22, 2024
• category Sellers, Selling
• post Sellers, Selling