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Monthly Archives: June 2021

    Why You May Want To Cash in on Your Second Home

    By Jenn Schaake | June 29, 2021

    When stay-at-home mandates were enforced last year, many households realized their homes didn’t really fulfill their new lifestyle needs. An office (in some cases two), a media room, space for children to learn, a gym, and a large yard are all examples of amenities that became highly desirable almost overnight. Zelman & Associates recently reported that sales of... Read More

    Housing Wealth: The Missing Piece of the Affordability Equation

    By Jenn Schaake | June 26, 2021

    The real estate market is soaring today. Residential home values are rising, and that’s a big win for homeowners. In 2020, there was a double-digit increase in home values – a trend that’s expected to head toward similar levels this year. However, skyrocketing prices are causing some to start questioning affordability in the current housing... Read More

    Don’t Wait to Sell Your House

    By Jenn Schaake | June 16, 2021

    We’re in the ultimate sellers’ market right now. If you’re a homeowner thinking about selling, you have a huge advantage in today’s housing market. High buyer demand paired with very few houses for sale makes this the optimal time to sell for those who are ready to do so. Whatever the move you want to... Read More

    Patience Is the Key to Buying a Home This Year

    By Jenn Schaake | June 1, 2021

    The question many homebuyers are facing this year is, “Why is it so hard to find a house?” We’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, which means real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) notes homes are getting an average of 4.8 offers per sale, and that number keeps rising. Why? It’s because there are... Read More