The Return of Normal Seasonality for Home Price Appreciation   One of the most important things you probably want to know right now if you want to move is what's going on with home prices. Home prices aren't going down across the country, despite what you may be hearing in the news. It's just that price rise is starting to return to normal. This is the background you need to fully grasp that trend. There are certain waves that happen every year in the housing... [read more]

Unpack the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership   If you want to buy a house soon, you might be wondering if it's still a good idea because mortgage rates are going up, home prices are going up, and people are still worried about being able to afford a house. There's more to think about than just those market factors. When you decide to buy a home, you should also think about the long-term rewards. You just have to talk to someone who bought a house 5, 10, or even 30... [read more]

Homeowners Have a Lot of Equity Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC]   Some Highlights Your equity grows as you pay down your home loan and as home prices increase. With home prices rising again, your equity is getting an extra boost. Almost half of homeowners are equity rich because they have at least 50% equity in their homes. If you’ve been in your home for a while, you might have gained a considerable amount of equity, too. Want... [read more]

We’re in a Sellers’ Market. What Does That Mean? Even though activity in the housing market has slowed from the frenzy we saw over a year ago, today’s low supply of homes for sale is still a sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good if you want to list your house? It starts with the number of homes available for sale. The latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows... [read more]

Why Today’s Appleton Wisconsin Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash   67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. Many buyers and sellers that I have spoken with have also thought the same before they finished a great conversation with me. However, I can't blame any of their initial thoughts. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But... [read more]