Reading the Market

7 November 2023 ~ As 2023 draws to a close, you may have decided it's time to make a move and put your house on the market. But should you sell now or wait until January? Good question.

19 September 2023 ~ If you've been considering selling your home, today’s mortgage rates may have you wondering if that’s the right decision.

13 June 2023 ~ If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed.

6 June 2023 ~ With all the headlines circulating about home prices and rising mortgage rates, you may wonder if it still makes sense to invest in homeownership right now.

2 May 2023 ~ Everywhere you turn, people are talking about a potential recession. And if you’re planning to buy or sell a house, this may leave you wondering about the wisdom of your plans.

25 April 2023 ~ f you can find a home you love and can afford at today’s prices, don’t wait. Home prices in most of the country are unlikely to crash, and mortgage rates will only come down very gradually if they decline at all this year.”

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21 March 2023 ~ Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices reminiscent of 2008 – which hasn’t occurred.

28 February 2023 ~ After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks.

21 February 2023 ~ The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply

31 January 2023 ~ As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling.

17 January 2023 ~ As talk about a potential recession grows, you may be wondering what a recession could mean for the housing market.

18 October 2022 ~ Over the past two years, the substantial imbalance of low housing supply and high buyer demand pushed home sales and buyer competition to new heights.

11 October 2022 ~ Rising interest rates have begun to slow a frothy housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a home priced out of the market and others wondering if now is the time to buy one.

4 October 2022 ~ Today’s housing market is different than it was just a few months ago. And if you’re thinking about selling your house, that may leave you wondering what you need to do differently as a result.

27 September 2022 ~ The fevered real estate market that defined the past two years is behind us, and the difference is being felt. The question now is, just how financially strong are homeowners throughout the country?

13 September 2022 ~ There’s no denying the housing market is undergoing a shift this season as buyer demand slows and the number of homes for sale grows.

6 September 2022 ~ With high inflation right now, the link between owning your home and building your wealth is especially pertinent.

29 August 2022 ~ As new data comes out, we're getting an updated picture of why housing supply is increasing this year. Bill McBride, Author of Calculated Risk, explains:

23 August 2022 ~ If you are considering  selling your house, you may have heard about the housing market slowing down in recent months.

2 August 2022 ~ The real estate market is shifting and as the market evolves it can be challenging to separate fact from fiction.

19 July 2022 ~ With so much talk about an economic slowdown, some people are asking if the housing market is heading for a crash like the one in 2008.

7 June 2022 ~ Although inventory continues to hover at historic lows, the latest data from realtor.com shows the number of homes being listed for sale has increased consistently this year.

10 May 2022 ~ Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? 

26 April 2022 ~ If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve likely heard about rising inflation.

11 April 2022 ~ Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years.

2 March 2022 ~ Having an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home is important in a normal market – but today’s market is far from normal. 

15 February 2022 ~ Strong demand and a historically limited supply means the time is ripe for selling. If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, here are two reasons why now is the time to list.

7 December 2021 ~ Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home.

30 November 2021 ~ As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses their changing lifestyles.

16 November 2021 ~ Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions.

9 November 2021 ~ In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand.

19 October 2021 ~ Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them to fall?

31 August 2021 ~ If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, this is the time to think seriously about making a move. Fannie Mae’s recent Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) reveals the number of respondents who say it’s a good time to sell is higher now than it was over the past few summers.

24 August 2021 ~ Whether or not you’ve been following the real estate industry lately, there’s a good chance you’ve heard we’re in a serious sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good for people who want to list their house?

10 August 2021 ~Sometimes it can fe el like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. Know thyself

28 July 2021 ~ With forbearance plans about to come to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures like the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are four reasons why that won’t happen.

20 July 2021 ~ In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average.

29 June 2021 ~ In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). In Ventura County, the percentage is even higher.

22 June 2021 ~ With inventory hovering near record lows and sky-high buyer demand, a multi-offer scenario is the new normal. Here are five things to keep in mind when you’re ready to make an offer.

11 May 2021 ~ It’s clear that consumers are concerned about how quickly home values are rising.

27 April 2021 ~ Last week’s Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows sales have dropped by 3.7% compared to the month before.

13 April 2021 ~ The Bureau of Labor Statistics released a very encouraging jobs report on April 2nd.

6 April 2021 ~ If you’ve given even a casual thought to selling your home in the near future, this is the time to really think seriously about making a move.

1 March 2021 ~ If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you may be wondering how much money you need to come up with for your down payment. Many people may think it’s 20% of the loan to secure a mortgage.

23 February 2021 ~ We’re currently experiencing historically low mortgage rates. Over the last fifty years, the average on a Freddie Mac 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has been 7.76%. Today, that rate is 2.81%.

16 February 2021 ~ There are so many great reasons to purchase a home, and over the past year, we’ve realized more of them than we ever thought possible.

10 February 2021 ~ Home values appreciated by about ten percent in 2020, and they’re forecast to appreciate by about five percent this year.

2 February 2021 ~ Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership.

28 January 2021 ~ The real estate market is expected to continue its momentum in 2021 with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year.

18 January 2021 ~ In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our own dreams, goals, beliefs, and aspirations.

13 January 2021 ~ At the onset of the economic disruptions caused by the COVID pandemic, the government quickly put into place forbearance plans to allow homeowners to remain in their homes without making their monthly mortgage payments.

23 December 2020 ~ Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point, hitting a new historic low 15 times.

9 December 2020 ~ Talk of a housing bubble is beginning to crop up as home prices have appreciated at a rapid pace this year. This is understandable since the appreciation of residential real estate is well above historic annual averages.

3 December 2020 ~ Although the headwind of severe supply constraints in most markets has contributed to slight moderation in seasonally-adjusted and year-over-year new pending contract growth for two consecutive months

25 November 2020 ~ Even though homes have appreciated by a whopping 6.7% over the last twelve months, the cost to buy a home has actually dropped. This is largely due to mortgage rates falling by a full percentage point.

19 November 2020 ~ As Corporate Transactions Attorney, Benebell Wen so aptly reminds, we cannot predict, but we can project

6 November 2020 ~ As the current forbearance mortgage relief options come to an end, many are wondering if we’ll face a foreclosure crisis next year

29  September 2020 ~ As shelter-in-place orders were implemented earlier this year, many questioned what the shutdown would mean to the real estate market. Specifically, there was concern about home values.

31 August 2020 ~ You may have heard that pre-approval is a great first step in the homebuying process. But why is it so important? When looking for a home, the temptation to fall in love with a house that’s outside your budget is very real. So, before you start shopping around, it’s helpful to know your price range, your financial comfort

13 August 2020 ~ Today’s housing market is making an impressive turnaround, and it’s also setting up some outstanding opportunities for buyers and sellers. Whether you’re thinking of buying or selling a home this year, there are perks today that are rarely available, and definitely worth looking into. Here are the top two. The Biggest Perk for Buyers: Low Mortgage Rates The most impressive buyer

3 August 2020 - America has faced its share of challenges in 2020. A once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, a financial crisis leaving millions still unemployed, and an upcoming presidential election that may prove to be one of the most contentious in our nation’s history all continue to test this country in unimaginable ways. Even with all of that uncertainty, the residential real estate

20 July 2020 In a recent survey of home sellers by Qualtrics, 87% of respondents said they were concerned their home won’t sell because of the pandemic and resulting economic recession. Of the respondents, 51% said they are “seriously worried.” That concern seems reasonable considering the current condition of the economy. The data, however, is showing that home purchasers are still very active despite

According to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage interest rates have fallen to historically low levels this spring and they’re projected to remain low. This means there’s a huge incentive for buyers who are ready to purchase.

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