Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 12, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers.

According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today. If you’re looking to buy a home, you may have noticed this yourself. But there is good news. Recent data shows more sellers are listing their houses this season, which may give you more options for your home search. Early Signs Inventory May Be Growing The latest data from realtor.com shows the number of listings coming onto the market, known...

Florida Mortgage | South Florida Real Estate market not keeping up with demand

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 11, 2022. Posted in Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates.

Florida Mortgage | South Florida Real Estate market not keeping up with demand. NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say.

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 11, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, the answer to this question matters for you. Let’s break down what’s happening with home prices, where experts say they’re headed, and how this impacts your homeownership goals. What’s Happening with Home Prices? Home prices have seen 121 consecutive months of year-over-year increases. CoreLogic says: “Price appreciation averaged 15% for the full year of 2021, up from the 2020 full year average of 6%.” So why are prices climbing so much? It’s because there are more buyers than...

How Today’s Mortgage Rates Impact Your Home Purchase

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 10, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

If you’re planning to buy a home, it’s critical to understand the relationship between mortgage rates and your purchasing power. Purchasing power is the amount of home you can afford to buy that’s within your financial reach. Mortgage rates directly impact the monthly payment you’ll have on the home you purchase. So, when rates rise, so does the monthly payment you’re able to lock in on your home loan. In a rising-rate environment like we’re in today, that could limit your future purchasing power. Today, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is above 5%, and in the near term, experts say...

Florida Mortgage | Florida Monthly Market Update

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 9, 2022. Posted in Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates.

Florida Mortgage | Florida Monthly Market Update NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing Homeowners

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 9, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

If you’re planning to sell your home this season, rising prices are great news for you. But it’s important to understand why prices are rising to begin with. One major factor is supply and demand. In any industry, when there are more buyers for an item than there are of that item available, prices naturally rise. In those situations, buyers are willing to pay more to get the product or service they’re looking for when options are scarce. And that’s exactly what’s happening in the current real estate market. Selma Hepp, Executive, Research & Insights and Deputy Chief Economist at CoreLogic,...

Florida Mortgage | Is This Your Year To Break Up with Renting?

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 9, 2022. Posted in Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates.

Florida Mortgage | Is This Your Year To Break Up with Renting? If you aren’t in love with renting, you’re not alone. Let’s connect so you can break up with your rental and start your journey toward homeownership. NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

Florida Mortgage | Why Acting Strategically as a Seller Is Your Best Play

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 9, 2022. Posted in Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates.

Florida Mortgage | Why Acting Strategically as a Seller Is Your Best Play Are you thinking of selling your house? Let’s connect so you can perfect your strategy and make a winning play this year. NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

Things That Could Help You Win a Bidding War on a Home

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 9, 2022. Posted in Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

With a limited number of homes for sale today and so many buyers looking to make a purchase before mortgage rates rise further, bidding wars are common. According to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), nationwide, homes are getting an average of 4.8 offers per sale. Here’s a look at how that breaks down state-by-state (see map below): The same report from NAR shows the average buyer made two offers before getting their third offer accepted. In this type of competitive housing market, it’s important to know what levers you can pull to help you beat the competition....

Florida Mortgage | Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash

Written by Merritt Island FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 9, 2022. Posted in Merritt Island FL, Merritt Island FL Condo Financing, Merritt Island FL Mortgage Rates.

Florida Mortgage | Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash Today’s housing market is nothing like it was in 2008. Let’s connect to discuss the reasons why it’s different. NMLS ID 1834853 #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany

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