Foreclosures and Bankruptcies Won’t Crash the Housing Market

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 31, 2023. Posted in Foreclosures, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach.

If you’ve been following the news recently, you might have seen articles about an increase in foreclosures and bankruptcies. That could be making you feel uneasy, especially if you’re thinking about buying or selling a house.But the truth is, even though the numbers are going up, the data shows the housing market isn’t headed for a crisis.Foreclosure Activity Rising, but Less Than Headlines SuggestIn recent years, the number of foreclosures has been very low. That’s because, in 2020 and 2021, the forbearance program and other relief options were put in place to help many homeowners...

A Real Estate Agent Helps Take the Fear Out of the Market

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 30, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Selling Myths.

Do negative headlines and talk on social media have you feeling worried about the housing market? Maybe you’ve even seen or heard something lately that scares you and makes you wonder if you should still buy or sell a home right now. Regrettably, when news in the media isn’t easy to understand, it can make people feel scared and unsure. Similarly, negative talk on social media spreads fast and creates fear. As Jason Lewris, Co-Founder and Chief Data Officer at Parcl, says:“In the absence of trustworthy, up-to-date information, real estate decisions are increasingly being driven by fear,...

Unmasking Scary Myths about Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 27, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Move-Up Buyers.

Some HighlightsHere’s what you really need to know about a few myths causing fear in today’s housing market.Despite common misconceptions, many people can buy a home even if they have student loans, home prices are rising nationally (not falling), and you usually don’t have to have 20% for a down payment.If you have other fears or reservations about buying a home today, get in touch with a real estate expert who can help clear those up.

Invest in Yourself by Owning a Home

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 25, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

Are you wondering if it makes sense to buy a home right now? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two compelling reasons why it still may be a good time to become a homeowner.Home Values Appreciate over TimeThere’s been a lot of confusion around what’s happened with home prices over the past two years. While they did dip ever so slightly in late 2022, this year they’ve been appreciating at a more normal pace, which is good news for the housing market. And while looking at price movement over just a year or two can make you worry prices are usually this unpredictable,...

The Perks of Selling Your House When Inventory Is Low

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 24, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Selling Myths.

When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move. One thing that may be working in your favor is how few homes there are for sale right now. Here’s what you need to know about the current inventory situation and what it means for you.The Supply of Homes for Sale Is Far Below the NormWhen you’re selling something, it helps if what you’re selling is in demand, but is also in low supply. Why? That makes it even more desirable since there’s not enough to go around. That’s exactly what’s happening in the housing...

Why Home Prices Keep Going Up

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 23, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Pricing, Selling Myths.

If you’ve ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you’re no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up. It’s a tale of financial goals, doubts, and a dash of anxiety that many have been through.But if you put off moving because you’re worried home prices might drop, make no mistake, they’re not going down. In fact, it’s just the opposite. National data from several sources says they’ve been going up consistently this year (see graph below): Here’s what this graph shows. In the first half of 2022,...

Home Price Growth Is Returning to Normal [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 20, 2023. Posted in Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Pricing.

Some HighlightsIf you’re wondering what’s happening with home prices, know they’re still rising, just at a slower pace – and that’s perfectly normal for this time of year. Based on typical seasonality in the market, prices go up most in the spring during the peak buying season, and then price growth slows down as the year goes on.Home prices aren’t falling. They’re just rising slower and going back to normal seasonal trends. That’s a good thing. If you’re curious about prices in your area, reach out to a real estate agent for answers.

Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay?

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 16, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach.

Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below): That can feel like a little bit of a gut punch if you’re thinking about making a move. If you’re wondering whether or not you should delay your plans, here’s what you really need to know. How Higher Mortgage Rates Impact You There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher right now than they were in recent years. And, when rates are up, that affects...

Are You a Homebuyer Worried About Climate Risks?

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 5, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Move-Up Buyers.

The increasing effects of natural disasters are leading to new obstacles in residential real estate. As a recent article from CoreLogic explains: “As the specter of climate change looms large, the world braces for unprecedented challenges. In the world of real estate, one of those challenges will be the effects of natural catastrophes on property portfolios, homeowners, and communities.” That may be why, according to Zillow, more and more Americans now consider how climate risks and natural disasters can impact their homeownership plans (see below): This study goes on to explain that climate...

Home Prices Are Not Falling

Written by Fort Walton Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on October 3, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Fort Walton Beach Mortgage, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Fort Walton Beach, Pricing, Selling Myths.

During the fourth quarter of last year, some housing experts projected home prices were going to crash in 2023. The media ran with those forecasts and put out headlines calling for doom and gloom in the housing market. All of this negative news coverage made a lot of people have doubts about the strength of the residential real estate market.If it made you question if you should delay your own plans to move, here’s what you really need to know.Home Prices Never CrashedDisregard what you saw in the headlines. The actual data shows home prices were remarkably resilient and performed far better...

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