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The Ultimate Things To Do Before Christmas Checklist: Stay Organized This Holiday Season!
The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also be overwhelming with so much to do before Christmas arrives. From decorating the house to shopping for gifts, having a Things To Do Before Christmas Checklist can make all the difference in keeping your holiday season stress-free and enjoyable. We’ve compiled the ultimate checklist to help you prepare your... Read More
Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot | The Hornburg Real Estate Group At One West Real Estate Co.
A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch: so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same time. So, what’s the real advantage of selling your house before... Read More
Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why, 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling stressed because you don’t have the time, budget, or resources to... Read More
How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says: “If you are an aspiring homeowner, buying a home with your family or friends could be... Read More
Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
One major reason why we’re not heading toward a foreclosure crisis is the high level of equity homeowners have today. Unlike in the last housing bubble, where many homeowners owed more than their homes were worth, today’s homeowners have far more equity than debt. That’s a big part of the reason why even though mortgage debt is at an... Read More
Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown lately. Take a look at the graph below to see how many... Read More
What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility? | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
If you’ve been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately, you might feel like you’re on a roller coaster ride. One day rates are up; the next they dip down a bit. So, what’s driving this constant change? Let’s dive into just a few of the major reasons why we’re seeing so much volatility, and what... Read More
Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House | The Honburg Real Estate Group
If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market. Maybe you’re wondering if it’s even a good idea to move right now. Or you’re stressed because you think you won’t find a house you like. To put... Read More
Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes? | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough. You’re scrolling through listings, rushing to open houses, and maybe even losing out to more competitive offers. Somewhere along the way, you might’ve heard the reason it’s so hard to find a home is because big Wall Street investors are swooping in and snatching up everything in sight.... Read More
Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out? | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought about renting their home before listing, with nearly a third (28%) taking that possibility seriously. Compared to 2021,... Read More