Buying or Selling in 2018? 5 Reasons to Resolve to Hire a Pro [INFOGRAPHIC]
![Buying or Selling in 2018? 5 Reasons to Resolve to Hire a Pro [INFOGRAPHIC]](https://i0.wp.com/zachkidd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171229-Share-STM.jpg?resize=495%2C350&ssl=1)
As we usher in the new year, one thing is for certain… if you plan to buy or sell a house this year, you need a real estate professional on your team!
The Benefits of Homeownership Go Beyond the Financial
Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream.
What is the Cost of Waiting Until Next Year to Buy?
If buying a home is in your plan for 2018, doing it sooner rather than later could save you thousands of dollars over the terms of your loan.
Should Boomers Buy or Rent after Selling?
If you are faced with making the decision of whether you should rent or buy your next home, you should take this into consideration.
Home Prices Up 6.54% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC]
![Home Prices Up 6.54% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC]](https://i0.wp.com/zachkidd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171215-Share-STM.jpg?resize=495%2C350&ssl=1)
Based on the latest numbers and rising prices, if you plan on relocating to another state, waiting to move may end up costing you more!
Home Prices Up 7% from Last Year
National home prices have appreciated by 7.0% from October 2016 to October 2017. This marks the second month in a row with a 7.0% year-over-year increase.
The Truth About Homeowner Equity – Why some Homeowners think they still can’t sell
A recent article from a reputable news source was titled: “Here’s why some homeowners still can’t sell”. In the opening bullets of the article, the author claimed, “Negative equity is one of the main reasons why there are so few homes for sale.” The article then goes on to soften that stance.
Trust Matters – Why You Don’t Want to Hear This from Your Listing Agent
You’ve decided to sell your house. You begin to interview potential real estate agents to help you through the process. You need someone you trust enough to: Set the market value on possibly the largest asset your family owns (your home) Set the time schedule for the successful liquidation of that asset Set the fee […]
Thinking of Selling your Home? Building permits up, which means competition is coming
The number of building permits issued for single-family homes is the best indicator of how many newly built homes will rise over the next few months. According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau and U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Residential Sales Report, the number of these permits were up 7.7% over last year. […]
More Boomerang Buyers Are about to Enter the Market
I previously informed you about a study that revealed that 1.5 million homeowners who were negatively impacted by the housing crisis could re-enter the housing market between 2016-2019.
My Pet Peeves in Real Estate Marketing
I collect my pet peeves, because I demand better of myself, especially for my clients.
And they are completely avoidable, at little or no expense.
Home Prices Up 6.64% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC]
![Home Prices Up 6.64% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market](http://d39ah2zlibpm3g.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/24140034/20170825-Share-STM.jpg)
Some Highlights:
- The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report.
- In the report, home prices are compared both regionally and by state.
- Based on the latest numbers, if you plan on relocating to another state, waiting to move may end up costing you more!
- Alaska & West Virginia were the only states where home prices are lower than they were last year.
Study: FSBOs Don’t Save Real Estate Commission
One of the main reasons why For Sale By Owners (FSBOs) don’t use a real estate agent is because they believe they will save the commission an agent charges for getting their house on the market and selling it. A new study by Collateral Analytics, however, reveals that FSBOs don’t actually save anything, and in […]
Don’t Spook Buyers! Here Is Some Tasteful Halloween-Inspired Curb Appeal
You don’t want to scare buyers away, but who says you can’t have a little fun with your listing for Halloween?
Don’t Underestimate the Importance of Using an Agent When Selling Your Home
When a homeowner decides to sell their house, they obviously want the best possible price with the least amount of hassles. However, for the vast majority of sellers, the most important result is to actually get the home sold.
How Supply & Demand Impacts the Real Estate Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
![How Supply & Demand Impacts the Real Estate Market [INFOGRAPHIC]](https://i0.wp.com/zachkidd.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Supply-and-demand-infographic.jpg?resize=495%2C350&ssl=1)
The Concept of Supply & Demand is a simple one. The best time to sell something is when supply of that item is low & demand for that item is high!
Real Life vs. Reality TV: 5 Myths Explained
Have you ever been flipping through the channels, only to find yourself glued to the couch in an HGTV ‘show hole’*? We’ve all been there… watching entire seasons of “Love it or List it,” “Fixer Upper,” “House Hunters,” “Flip or Flop,” “Property Brothers,” and so many more, just in one sitting.
The Top Reason to List Your House For Sale Now!
If you are debating listing your house for sale this year, here is the #1 reason not to wait!
2 Tips For Getting The Most Money When Selling Your House
Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best price when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible.
Unparalleled Trust Necessary Before Listing Your House
You and your family have decided to sell your house. It is now time to choose a real estate professional to help with the process. One of the major attributes this agent must possess is trustworthiness.