Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on April 3, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for sale right now. And historically, this is the time of year when more buyers move, and competition ticks up. That makes this an exciting time to put up that for sale sign.But while conditions are great for sellers like you, you’ll still want to be strategic when it comes time to set your asking price. That’s because pricing your house too high may actually cost you in the long run.The Downside of Overpricing...

The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on April 2, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

Are you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is just around the corner.A recent Realtor.com study looked at housing market trends over the past several years (with the exception of 2020, since it was an unusual year), and found the best week to put your house on the market this year is April 14-20:“Every year, one week stands out from the rest as that perfect stretch of time when it’s great to be a home seller. This year, the week of April 14–20 is the best time to sell—that is, if sellers...

Field Rentals

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2024. Posted in Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates.

Outdoor Projects Can Boost Curb Appeal When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates, Infographics.

Some HighlightsIn real estate, a good first impression is key. If the outside of a house looks welcoming, more people will want to come in and see it.Your agent helps you by giving advice on what you may want to prioritize, finding easy fixes that make a big difference, knowing what buyers in your area like, and showing off your updates in your listing.Connect with a local real estate agent so you have expert advice on what’ll have the biggest impact in your area.

Is It Easier To Find a Home To Buy Now?

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 29, 2024. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates.

One of the biggest hurdles buyers have faced over the past few years has been a lack of homes available for sale. But that’s starting to change.The graph below uses the latest data from Realtor.com to show there are more homes on the market in 2024 than there have been in any of the past several years (2021-2023):Does That Mean Finding a Home Is Easier?The answer is yes, and no. As an article from Realtor.com says:“There were nearly 15% more homes for sale in February than a year earlier . . . That alone could jolt the housing market a bit if more “For Sale” signs continue to appear. However,...

Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 28, 2024. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates.

In today’s housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 19% of all homebuyers are single women, while only 10% are single men.If you’re a single woman trying to buy your first home, this should be encouraging. It means other people are making their dreams a reality – so you can too.Why Homeownership Matters to So Many Women For many single women, buying a home isn’t just about having a place to live—it’s also a smart way to invest for the future. Homes usually increase in value over...

Parks & Facilities

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 27, 2024. Posted in Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates.

What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 27, 2024. Posted in Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates, Interest Rates.

Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates. Maybe you’d previously heard there were going to be cuts this year that would bring rates down. That refers to the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and what they do to their Fed Funds Rate. While cutting, or lowering, the Fed Funds Rate doesn’t directly determine mortgage rates, it does tend to impact them. But when the Fed met last week, a cut didn’t happen — at least, not yet. There are a lot of factors the Fed considered in their recent decision and most of them are complex. But you don’t need to be bogged down by those finer...

What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 26, 2024. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates.

Before making the decision to buy a home, it’s important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you’re busy saving for the down payment, don’t forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too.Here’s some helpful information on what those costs are and how much you should budget for them.What Are Closing Costs?A recent article from Bankrate explains:“Closing costs are the fees and expenses you must pay before becoming the legal owner of a house, condo or townhome . . . Closing costs vary depending on the purchase price of the home and how it’s being financed...

3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Hollywood FL Mortgage Syndicated User on March 23, 2024. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Hollywood FL Mortgage, Hollywood FL Mortgage Rates, Infographics.

Some HighlightsTrying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes for sale, these tips can help.Look into homebuyer programs, expand your search area, and consider a multi-generational home.Connect with a local real estate agent so you have an expert on your side to help you make your dream a reality.

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