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A lack of inventory, high prices and climbing mortgage rates have left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. If you’ve been struggling to buy a home, we have some good news. While it’s true that a high offer price gets attention, most sellers consider a variety of factors when evaluating an offer. Read on for all the details!

Even a strong seller’s market doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell. If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Read on for helpful tips to get top dollar for your home!

The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982. It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars, inflation impacts you.

 Economists expect the effects of inflation, like a higher cost of goods, to continue. Luckily, an investment in real estate can ease some of the financial strain.

There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. To get the most out of your updates, focus on these popular home design features that will wow buyers in 2022.

Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.

However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing market was beginning to simmer down. So what’s ahead for the U.S. housing market in 2022? Here’s where industry experts predict the market is headed in the coming year.

Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years.

But have no fear! I’ve lined up a list of unique gifts for every “type” on your list. And since I work in real estate, they’re all centered around home life. From the coffee snob to the sports enthusiast, these presents are the perfect way to bring beauty, function or a touch of whimsy to your loved one’s home this holiday season.

According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year. Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home invasion.

Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels like it’s dwindling. You’re not alone either if you’re already feeling drained by the complex logistics of trying to sell and buy a new home all at once.

It’s official: the current real estate market is one for the record books!

The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. To learn more about how to take advantage of the current market, read my latest blogpost “5 Factors That Reveal Where The Real Estate Market Is Really Headed.”