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A Surprising Shift to the ‘Burbs May Be on the Rise

By |2020-05-13T03:00:43-07:00May 13th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Real Estate|

While many people across the U.S. have traditionally enjoyed the perks of an urban lifestyle, some who live in more populated city limits today are beginning to rethink their current neighborhoods. Being in close proximity to everything from the grocery store to local entertainment is definitely a perk, especially if you can also walk to [...]

Unemployment Report: No Need to Be Terrified

By |2020-05-12T03:00:40-07:00May 12th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its latest jobs report. It revealed that the economic shutdown made necessary by COVID-19 caused the unemployment rate to jump to 14.7%. Many anticipate that next month the percentage could be even higher. These numbers represent the extreme hardship so many families are experiencing right now. [...]

A Day When Americans Can Return to Work [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2020-05-08T03:00:02-07:00May 8th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Real Estate|

Some Highlights Taking a moment to reflect upon what we’ve heard from historical leaders can teach us a lot about getting through the many challenges we face today. We’re all eager for the day when every American can safely return to work. That day is coming. Timing is everything. Patience is essential. Our courage, strength, [...]

Confused About the Economic Recovery? Here’s Why.

By |2020-05-05T03:00:13-07:00May 5th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

As we continue to work through the health crisis that plagues this country, more and more conversations are turning to economic recovery. While we look for signs that we’ve reached a plateau in cases of COVID-19, the concern and fear of what will happen as businesses open up again is on all of our minds. [...]

How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2020-05-01T03:00:51-07:00May 1st, 2020|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Real Estate|

Some Highlights Staying at home doesn’t mean your search for a new place needs to come to a standstill. Check out these tips on how to explore other neighborhoods virtually in the homebuying process. You may find a spot that better suits your needs without ever leaving your living room! Let’s connect today so you [...]

Why the Housing Market Is a Powerful Economic Driver

By |2020-05-15T13:36:38-07:00April 30th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

With businesses starting to slowly open back up again in some parts of the country, it’s important to understand how housing can have a major impact on the recovery of the U.S. economy. As we’ve mentioned before, buying a home is a driving financial force in this process. Today, many analysts believe one of the [...]

Uncertainty Abounds in the Search for Economic Recovery Timetable

By |2020-05-15T13:36:38-07:00April 23rd, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

Earlier this week, we discussed how most projections from financial institutions are calling for a quick V-shaped recovery from this economic downturn, and there’s research on previous post-pandemic recoveries to support that expectation. In addition, we noted how there are some in the business community who believe we may instead be headed for a U-shaped [...]

The Pain of Unemployment: It Will Be Deep, But Not for Long

By |2020-05-15T13:36:38-07:00April 20th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate|

There are two crises in this country right now: a health crisis that has forced everyone into their homes and a financial crisis caused by our inability to move around as we normally would. Over 20 million people in the U.S. became instantly unemployed when it was determined that the only way to defeat this [...]

How Technology is Helping Buyers Navigate the Home Search Process [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2020-05-15T13:36:38-07:00April 17th, 2020|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Real Estate|

Some Highlights: A recent realtor.com survey revealed that buyers are still considering moving forward with the homebuying process, even if they can’t see the home in-person. While they still prefer to physically see a home, virtual home tours and accurate listing information top the list of tech specs buyers find most helpful in today’s process. [...]

Today’s Homebuyers Want Lower Prices. Sellers Disagree.

By |2020-04-16T03:00:13-07:00April 16th, 2020|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Real Estate|

The uncertainty the world faces today due to the COVID-19 pandemic is causing so many things to change. The way we interact, the way we do business, even the way we buy and sell real estate is changing. This is a moment in time that’s even sparking some buyers to search for a better deal [...]