When I think about what makes NextHome Up North truly special, it’s not the transactions, the market stats, or even the homes themselves — it’s the people. It’s the clients who trust us with their biggest life decisions, the communities that embrace us, and… Continue Reading “Living Out #HumansOverHouses — A Personal Reflection from Morgan Robinson at NextHome Up North”
You may not want to put your homebuying plans into hibernation mode this winter. While a lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to buy a house, new data shows January may actually be the best time of year for budget-conscious buyers. Kind of surprising,… Continue Reading “Is January the Best Time To Buy a Home?”
In a recent survey, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked sellers what they want most from a real estate agent. The number one answer was to help market their house. It makes sense. The way your agent markets your house can be the difference between whether… Continue Reading “The Secret To Selling? Using an Agent To Get Your House Noticed”
Here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales. Home Prices Are Expected To Climb Moderately Home prices are forecasted to rise at a more normal pace. The graph below shows the latest forecasts from seven of the most trusted sources… Continue Reading “Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the rest of 2024.”
If you’re thinking of selling your house this spring, now is the perfect time to start getting it ready. With the market gearing up for its busiest time of year, it’ll be important to make sure your house shines bright among the competition. Here are some valuable tips… Continue Reading “It’s Time To Prepare Your House for a Spring Listing”
If one of the goals on your list is selling your house and making a move this year, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement about what’s ahead and feeling a little sentimental about your current home. A great way to balance those emotions and make sure you’re… Continue Reading “3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House in 2024”
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you might have heard that it’s tough right now because mortgage rates are higher than they’ve been over the past few years, and home prices are rising. That much is true. Take a look at the graph below. It breaks down how the… Continue Reading “People Are Still Moving, Even with Today’s Affordability Challenges”
Even though you may feel reluctant to sell your house because you don’t want to take on a mortgage rate that’s higher than the one you have now, there’s more to consider. While the financial side of things does matter, your personal needs may actually matter just as… Continue Reading “Why You May Still Want To Sell Your House After All”
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? And it’s no surprise you don’t have the clarity you need on that topic. Part of the issue is how headlines are talking about prices.… Continue Reading “Don’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home Prices”
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a house, it’s important to know that it doesn’t just affect your life, but also your community. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) releases a report every year to show how much economic activity is generated by home sales. The chart below illustrates that impact: As… Continue Reading “Why Buying or Selling a Home Helps the Economy and Your Community”