What Every Seller Should Know About Home Prices

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on December 13, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, recent headlines about home prices may be top of mind. And if those stories have you wondering what that means for your home’s value, here’s what you really need to know. What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? It’s possible you’ve seen news stories mentioning a drop in home values or home price depreciation, but it’s important to remember those headlines are designed to make a big impression in just a few words. But what headlines aren’t always great at is painting the full picture. While home prices are down slightly month-over-month...

Reasons To Sell Your House This Season [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on December 10, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Infographics, Selling Myths.

Some Highlights If you’re planning to make a move but aren’t sure if now’s the right time, here are a few reasons why you shouldn’t wait to sell your house. The supply of homes for sale, while growing, is still low today. Plus, serious buyers are out looking right now, and many are hoping to avoid falling into the rental trap for another year. Let’s connect to determine if selling your house before the new year is the right move for you. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Winter Home Selling Checklist [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on December 3, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Infographics, Selling Myths.

Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. This list will help you get started, but don’t forget, a real estate professional will provide other helpful tips based on your specific situation. Let’s connect so you have advice on what you may want to do to get your house ready to sell this season. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

What Homeowners Want To Know About Selling in Today’s Market

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on November 23, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Selling Myths.

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you’re likely hearing about the cooling housing market and wondering what that means for you. While it’s not the peak intensity we saw during the pandemic, we’re still in a sellers’ market. That means you haven’t missed your window. Realtor.com explains: “. . . while prospective home sellers may lament that they missed their prime window, in reality, this is still a terrific time to sell. In fact, according to a recent Realtor.com® home seller survey, 95% of sellers who sold their home in the past year got more than they paid for it. Nonetheless,...

Should You Update Your House Before You Sell? Ask a Real Estate Professional. [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on November 19, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Infographics, Selling Myths.

Some Highlights You may be wondering what needs to be renovated before you sell your house. In today’s shifting market, making your house appealing is more important than ever. That’s why it’s essential to lean on a real estate professional who has in-depth knowledge of today’s housing market. They know what buyers are looking for and how to highlight any upgrades you make. Let’s connect so you know where to focus your efforts so your house will stand out in a today’s market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Perspective Matters When Selling Your House Today

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on October 14, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing, Selling Myths.

Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning your plans to sell your house? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s still a sellers’ market even during the cooldown. Fewer Homes for Sale than Pre-Pandemic While the supply of homes available for sale has increased this year compared to last, we’re still nowhere near what’s considered a balanced market. A recent article from Calculated Risk helps put this year’s increased inventory into context (see graph below): It...

How To Prep Your House for Sale This Fall

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on October 4, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

Today’s housing market is different than it was just a few months ago. And if you’re thinking about selling your house, that may leave you wondering what you need to do differently as a result. The answer is simple. Taking the time upfront to prep your house appropriately and create a solid plan can help bring in the greatest return on your investment. Here are a few simple tips to make sure you maximize the sale of your house this fall. 1. Price It Right One of the first things buyers will notice is the price of your house. That’s because the price sends a message to home shoppers. Pricing...

If You’re Thinking of Selling Your House This Fall, Hire a Pro

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on September 30, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, FSBOs, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

Today’s market is at a turning point, making it more essential than ever to work with a real estate professional. Not only will a trusted real estate advisor keep you updated and help you make the best decisions based on current market trends, but they’re also experts in managing the many aspects of selling your house. Here are five key reasons why working with a real estate professional makes sense today. 1. A Professional Follows the Latest Market Trends With higher mortgage rates and moderating buyer demand, conditions are changing and staying on top of the latest market information is crucial...

Will My House Still Sell in Today’s Market?

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on September 20, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

If recent headlines about the housing market cooling and buyer demand moderating have you worried you’ve missed your chance to sell, here’s what you need to know. Buyer demand hasn’t disappeared, it’s just eased from the peak intensity we saw over the past two years. Buyer Demand Then and Now During the pandemic, mortgage rates hit record lows, and that spurred a significant rise in buyer demand. This year, as rates increased due to factors like rising inflation, buyer demand pulled back or softened as a result. The latest data from ShowingTime confirms this trend (see graph below): The orange...

Getting Your House Ready To Sell? Work with an Agent for Expert Advice

Written by Hutchinson Island Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Hutchinson Island Condo Financing, Hutchinson Island Mortgage, Hutchinson Island Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

In a market that’s shifting as fast as it is today, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be renovated before they sell their house. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can help you think through today’s market conditions and how they impact what you should – and shouldn’t – do before selling your house. Here are some considerations a professional will guide you through. What You Need To Know About Your Local Market Since the supply of homes for sale has increased so much this year, today’s buyers have more options than they had last year. That may mean...

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