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The Fed Doesn't Control Your Mortgage Rate (opens the original)
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There's a story in the New York Times I think every homeowner and buyer should pay attention to right now. It has nothing to do with home prices or inventory, and everything to do with the bond market. In this video, I explain why what's happening there could hit your mortgage rate directly, and what it means for buyers and sellers. The Federal Reserve gets most of the attention, but it doesn't control the rate on your 30-year mortgage. Watch my video before you decide to wait this market out.
Are We Heading Toward a Buyer's Market? (opens the original)
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Prices are still climbing, but buyers suddenly have more room to negotiate than they've had in years. Normally, those two don't happen together, and it's left a lot of people unsure whether to jump in or wait. In this video, I give you the honest answer on where the market's headed, and the one simple number that tells you which way your own neighborhood is leaning. Watch the full video and know exactly where you stand.
How Long Will It Actually Take to Sell Your Home Right Now? (opens the original)
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If you're thinking about selling this summer, the question on your mind is probably how long it's actually going to take. The honest answer is that it depends, but not on the things most sellers think. In this video, I break down the three factors that decide how fast your home sells, why the first two weeks on the market are the most critical window, and the pricing mistakes that cost sellers both time and money. Watch my video before you list.
What's Going On With the Real Estate Market Right Now? (opens the original)
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Everybody has an opinion about the housing market right now, but most of what you're hearing is based on national headlines that may have nothing to do with your neighborhood. The truth is, the market this summer is more stable and more predictable than most people realize. In this video, I break down where home prices, mortgage rates, and inventory actually stand right now, and why the national picture might look very different from what's happening in your area. Watch my video to see the full
How Do I Prepare My Home for Showings? (opens the original)
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Over half of home listings right now are sitting for 60 days or more without going under contract. And in most cases, it's not the price. Buyers are walking through homes and deciding within the first 30 seconds whether they're interested or moving on. In my video, I break down the three things that separate the homes getting offers from the ones getting skipped, and most of them take less than an afternoon to fix. Watch my video before your next showing.
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