In the fall, sellers may be more willing to lower prices, cover repairs, or offer incentives like credits to buy down interest rates. We’re seeing a lot more sellers willing to negotiate repairs than in the past. That gives you more negotiating power. When you’re making an offer on a home, you want your offer to […]
Now is the time to act quickly on homes that match your priorities. While the fall may feel slower, move-in ready homes and those in high-demand neighborhoods can still sell fast. The average home still receives 2.5 offers, according to the National Association of REALTORS® REALTORS® Confidence Index report. Still, buyer demand is down about 31% […]
Mortgage rates have subtly shifted this fall, which could be improving affordability. National listing prices historically dip between early October and mid-month, averaging about 3.4% below their seasonal peak, according to realtor.com®. That could mean savings of about $15,000 on a median-priced home this fall. Meet with a lender to review your income, credit score, […]
Fall is a unique season in real estate. Even though you’ll likely find fewer buyers and less competition, the most desirable homes can still generate fierce competition. Preparation, timing, and market awareness can make or break your experience. Here are some preliminary steps to take in early fall. An experienced agent is as important as […]
Fall might be the best time to buy a house according to data details on Realtor.com®. Buyer-friendly conditions include more listings, lower prices, price cuts, and less competition. Buyers don’t have to move quite as quickly as they do in the peak of the spring and summer buying season. That can be especially good for […]
Spring and summer often take the title as the peak home-buying seasons, but savvy shoppers know fall can offer great opportunities. A new study confirms it: Mid-October will be the hottest time of year for buyers, according to realtor.com®’s “2025 Best Time to Buy Report.” Researchers are basing that prediction on seasonal patterns and data from 2018 […]
The Best Properties Aren’t Always the Best Looking When searching for a house, remember that the best properties aren’t always the best looking. A picture is worth a thousand words, the saying goes. But what that saying doesn’t mention is that a picture can hide cracked floorboards, busted boilers, and leaky pipes. So, while it’s […]
Pricing a home is both art and science. To understand what will inform your agent’s pricing decisions and prepare to bring your own educated input to the conversation, you have a few resources at your disposal to figure out where your house stands among the crowd: a listing agent’s expertise and guidance, plus online property […]
At the home inspection, it can cause almost as much anxiety for you as a seller as it does for buyers. Most purchase agreements are contingent on a home inspection (plus an appraisal, which will be managed by the buyer’s lender). This gives allows the buyer to inspect the home from top to bottom and […]
When selling your house, you might get multiple offers depending on your market. If you’ve collaborated with your agent, you’ve likely positioned yourself to receive attractive bids. Your agent will review each offer with you to determine which is best for you. To get the best deal for you, you’ll likely have to do some negotiating. Your […]
