Optimistic About the Summer 2021 Housing Market

The housing market in Atlanta is looking up this Summer! More homes are coming on the market. Homeowners who decided not to sell during 2020 are beginning to put their houses on the market. As a result, the resale market is showing signs of improved availability. New construction numbers are inching up, but still tight […]

Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns

Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe it’s a “bad time to buy” a home. The percentage of those surveyed saying it’s a “bad […]

5 Steps to Take for Forbearance Relief in Atlanta

Forbearance programs allow homeowners to temporarily suspend or reduce their monthly mortgage payments. These programs are offered by the lender or the company that administers the loan. Forbearance does not reduce or forgive the debt owed to the lender. Instead, it gives the borrower an option to defer payments and in many cases to avoid […]

Housing Supply Is Rising. What Does That Mean for You?

An important factor in today’s market is the number of homes for sale. While inventory levels continue to sit near historic lows, there are indications we may have hit the lowest point we’ll see. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, recently said of our supply challenges: “It looks like inventory may have hit […]

Why 2021 Isn’t Your Typical Summer Housing Market

In real estate, it’s normal to see ebbs and flows in the market. Typically, the summer months are slower-paced than the traditionally busy spring. But this isn’t a typical summer. As the economy rebounds and life is returning to normal, the real estate market is expected to have an unusually strong summer season. Here’s how […]

5 Tips for Building a New Home

Building a home is very different from buying an existing home. Now, this doesn’t mean you get out in the dirt and start pounding nails! No, this just means you contract with a home builder who will do all the heavy lift and nailing for you, as they build exactly the house you want. It […]

4 Major Incentives To Sell This Summer

While the housing market forecast for the second half of the year remains positive, there may not be a better time to sell than right now. Here are four things to consider if you’re trying to decide if now’s the right time to make a move. 1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly According to […]

Don’t Let the House Down Payment Myth Block You From Homeownership

You may have heard some tales about how much money you need to put down as a down payment on a house. You probably got some bad information! And that’s good news because the amount you heard is probably much more than you actually need to buy a home. Watch this below to bust the […]

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights The amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically. On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in equity over the last 12 months, and the average equity on mortgaged homes is now $216,000. When it’s time to sell, your home equity can help accomplish your goals. Let’s connect to discuss how […]

How to Stay Motivated as a Buyer in a Seller’s Market

In challenging times, when the supply of homes is small and the number of buyers is large, it can be challenging to find a home. With the prices of homes going up and so many people competing for the same house, it can become discouraging as a buyer to find the house you want. Watch […]