💵💵 Do You Know How Much Equity You Have? 💵💵 👉 Did you know the equity you have in your current house can help make your move possible? 🏡 ❓ What is equity❓ Over the years, you gain equity as you pay down your home loan and as home values rise. It can grow faster than you realize. Americans are sitting on tremendous equity Over 2/3 of homeowners have either completely paid off their mortgage or have at least 50% equity. 38.7% own their home free and... [read more]

Why Home Prices Keep Going Up   If you've ever considered purchasing your own home or selling your current home to upgrade, you're familiar with the emotional rollercoaster that fluctuating home prices can create. It is a story of financial goals, uncertainty, and a touch of anxiety that many have experienced. However, if you put off relocating out of concern that home prices will decline, you should know that they will not. In fact, the opposite is true. National... [read more]

Moving with Today’s Mortgage Rates?   Some people put off moving because of rising mortgage rates over the last few years. It's possible that you did too, since you didn't want to sell and get a bigger mortgage on your next house. Is that still the best plan for you, though? In the current market, more homeowners are getting used to the rates and think it might be time to move. Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody's Analytics, says it this... [read more]

The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today   There has been a great deal of attention on the impact of rising mortgage rates on the affordability of homes for today's purchasers. It is true that rates have substantially increased since the pandemic-era record lows. But home affordability is determined by a combination of mortgage rates, property prices, and wages. Considering how each of these factors is evolving provides a complete picture of the current state of home... [read more]

Home Inspections for Fox Cities Wisconsin Home Sellers: What You Need To Know [INFOGRAPHIC]   Some Highlights The inspection is a major part of the home selling process. Many buyers used to waive inspections to be more competitive with their offer, but recently, inspections and repairs are becoming popular again. Let’s connect so you have an expert on your side who can help you determine the repairs and updates your... [read more]