There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment. In fact, a recent survey by Lending Tree asks what is keeping consumers from purchasing a home. For over half of those surveyed, the ability to afford ... » Learn More about Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?
Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?
If you’ve been in your home for longer than five years, you’re not alone. According to recent data from First American, homeowners are staying put much longer than historical averages (see graph below): As the graph shows, before 2008, homeowners sold their houses after an average of just five ... » Learn More about Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?
SOLD! HOME FOR SALE– 2464 53rd AVENUE SW, ALBANY OREGON
SOLD! Delightful mini-ranch close to town. Single level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and family room all on 1.21 acres with plenty of room for everyone and everything! 25'x30' shop, separate office space, and storage shed. RV/boat parking. Spacious fenced backyard includes large lawn area, ... » Learn More about SOLD! HOME FOR SALE– 2464 53rd AVENUE SW, ALBANY OREGON
Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?
An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing inventory is the major reason for the double-digit price appreciation we’ve seen in each of the last two years. It’s the reason many would-be ... » Learn More about Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?
5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer
In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses for sale and high buyer demand. If you’re buying this fall, you’ll want every advantage, especially when you’ve found the home of your ... » Learn More about 5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer