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Understanding Home Price Trends: A 5-Year Forecast

As you plan your home purchase journey, understanding the future trajectory of home prices is vital to secure a sound investment. Contrary to certain pessimistic viewpoints propagated over the past year, the real estate market is displaying a positive trend with home prices rising nationally. Moreover, expert projections... [read more]

9-19-2023

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To Buy or to Rent: A Conundrum for Baby Boomers

If you belong to the baby boomer generation and have spent a considerable part of your life in your current residence, the thought of moving to a new place brings along various questions — the most significant one being whether to rent or to buy your next home.... [read more]

9-18-2023

Unraveling the Housing Inventory Conundrum

If you find yourself in the market pondering over the limited housing options available, you're not alone. The pressing question is: why is housing inventory at such a low ebb? While postponing your move until the market rebounds with more options might seem prudent, it might not be... [read more]

9-15-2023

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A Glimpse of Change: An Unusual Uptick in Home Listings

The real estate market is at a pivotal juncture with a notable factor influencing its dynamics - the number of homes available for sale. If you are contemplating selling your home, the current low housing inventory presents a golden opportunity for your property to stand distinct, particularly if... [read more]

9-13-2023

September 2023 Newsletter

Welcome to this month's edition of our newsletter, where we delve into a variety of engaging topics designed to empower you as a homeowner.As always, we are here to empower you with timely insights and tips that allow you to make the most of your home ownership experience.... [read more]

9-12-2023

Navigating Affordability: A Shift Towards Less Expensive New Homes

In the dynamic landscape of today's housing market, buyers face the twin challenges of surging mortgage rates and escalating home prices, primarily fueled by a scanty inventory. This scenario is prompting many prospective homeowners to seek more budget-friendly options, with a notable pivot towards newly built homes,... [read more]

9-11-2023

Why The Watson Group is the Best Choice for Sellers in 2023

In the swirling storm of real estate jargon and over-promises, one brand stands out not just for its name, but for its guarantee - Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty - The Watson Group. Let’s unpack this. Predictability in an Unpredictable World While most real estate agencies play a... [read more]

9-8-2023

Mortgage Rates and Treasury Yields: What It Means for Homebuyers

When you're eyeing mortgage rates, understanding the likely direction they're heading can be complex. Mortgage rates are known to be challenging to predict. If you're a homeowner or a prospective buyer, this uncertainty can be disconcerting. But fear not – there's a historical clue that might shed some... [read more]

9-6-2023

Dispelling the Myth of Looming Foreclosures

With the increasing costs spanning from grocery bills to fuel, the chatter around the water cooler suggests that homeowners may soon struggle with their mortgage obligations, inevitably leading to a surge in foreclosures. While there’s a slight uptick in foreclosure filings compared to the previous year, the larger... [read more]

9-4-2023

Unleashing Home Equity: An Important Tool for Potential Sellers

Homeowners today find themselves at crossroads, deliberating over whether to make the sale or hold onto their property, primarily due to concerns about the potential implications of higher mortgage rates on their subsequent purchase. However, the key to unlocking confidence in this decision may lie in understanding and... [read more]

9-1-2023

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