Tuesday, January 5, 2021 / by Traci Pimentel
What does FSBO mean?
FSBO is an acronym in Real Estate meaning 'For Sale By Owner'. Bruce Carson of the Keenan Carter Group breaks down why you absolutely do NOT want to FSBO in 2021, (or any other time, really).
2020 brought about a lot of changes in our society that have carried over in 2021. When selling your home, now more than ever, it's important to rely on a Real Estate professional to navigate the new laws, policies, contracts and to ensure the safety of everyone in your home.
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Tuesday, December 29, 2020 / by Traci Pimentel
Even in today’s sellers’ market, setting the right price for your house is one of the most valuable things you can do. According to the U.S. Economic Outlook by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), existing home prices nationwide are forecasted to increase by 4.5% in 2021. This means experts anticipate home values will continue climbing next year. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for realtor.com, notes:
“We expect price gains to ease somewhat in 2021 and end 5.7% above 2020 levels, decelerating steadily through the spring and summer, and then gradually reaccelerating toward the end of the year.”
How to Price Your House
When it comes to setting the right price for your house, the goal is to increase visibility and drive more buyers your way. Instead of trying to win the negotiation with one buyer, you should price your house so that demand is maximized and more buyers want to take a look.
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Monday, December 14, 2020 / by Traci Pimentel
If you’re currently feeling the stress of affording your mortgage payment, or if you know someone who is, there’s still time to get help. For homeowners experiencing financial hardship this year, the CARES Act provides mortgage payment deferral options, creating much-needed relief in these challenging times.
It’s important, however, to understand how forbearance works. It’s not automatic. You need to take action now and apply for the program before these options expire.
A study by the Urban Institute determined:
“Approximately 400,000 homeowners who became delinquent after the pandemic began have forgone forbearance and become delinquent. These borrowers may not know they are eligible for forbearance.”
Thankfully, there’s still time to apply for forbearance, even if you’re just learning about it now. Doing so may be the game-changer you need to stay in your home, just when you need it mos; ...
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