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]

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How Inflation Affects the Housing Market Have you ever thought about how inflation affects the housing market? They are, believe it or not, linked. When one is changed, the other is affected. Here's a high-level outline of the two's relationship. The Connection Between Housing and Overall Inflation   Shelter inflation is a measure of price rise in the housing market. It is based on a Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) study of renters and homeowners. Renters are... [read more]

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]

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]