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Need more space this year? Larger homes with more rooms make working from home, learning from home, and simply spending more time at home more comfortable. DM me if your needs have changed over the past year, so we can find a larger home for you too. #homeneeds #buyingahome #realestate #homeownership If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Three Reasons to Buy a Home in 2021 2021 will be a great year to buy a home. Let's connect to make sure you're ready for success in today's housing market. #buyingahome #realestate #2021goals... If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

The Importance of Home Equity in Building Wealth Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie Mac recently posted: Homeownership has cemented its role as part of the American Dream, providing families with a place that is their own and an avenue for building wealth over time. This ‘wealth’ is built, in large part, through the creation of equityBuilding equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a ...critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability. Home... #realestate #homeownership #equity #realestategoals If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Why Not to Wait Until Spring to Make a Move The housing market recovery coming into the new year has been nothing short of remarkable. Many experts agree the turnaround from the nation’s economic pause is playing out extremely well for real estate, and the current market conditions are truly making this winter an ideal time to make a move. Here’s a dive into some of the biggest wins for homebuyers this season. 1. Mortgage Rates Are Historically Low In 2020, mortgage rates hit... all-time lows 16 times. Continued low rates have set buyers up for significant long-term... #realestate #homeownership #homebuying #realestategoals If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

An inventory shortage in the housing market represents an imbalance between supply and demand. Today, there are a lot of interested homebuyers right now with relatively few homes available to buy. As a seller, this gives you the advantage in the negotiating process. DM me to learn more about what it takes to sell your house this year. #sellyourhouse #supplyanddemand #inventoryshortage If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Home is where the heart is, but it can be hard to feel like your heart is fully in a place that isn’t completely yours. Owning your house gives you the power to be able to fully personalize your space and make it feel like the home you want it to be for you and your loved ones. DM me if you’re ready to take the first steps toward homeownership in 2021. #home #firsttimehomebuyer #makingahouseahome #buyingahome If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Expert Forecast on the 2021 Housing Market Experts forecast a year of continued strength in the housing market. Let's connect to explore how 2021 could be the year to achieve your real estate goals. #2021forecast #housingexperts #realestate... If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

There continues to be good news about today’s homebuying process. A recent survey found that right now, buyer’s remorse is rare, which means this is the chance to have #noregrets about a home purchase. DM me to learn why today’s market is so promising for homebuyers. #expertanswers #stayinformed #staycurrent If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

More Generations Are Living Under One Roof This Year This year challenged us to reprioritize everything - from the way we use our time to where we work, how we socialize and gather together, and our needs at home. For many, this also meant making decisions about how to best support and engage with our extended families, near and far. In some cases, we weren’t able to see our relatives and loved ones who were living in senior facilities. In others, maybe older children moved b...ack home. Jessica Lautz, Vice President of Demographics and Behavioral Insights for the... #realestate #homeownership #homebuying #realestategoals If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Why It’s Important to Price Your House Right Today Even in today’s sellers’ market, setting the right price for your house is one of the most valuable things you can do. According to the U.S. Economic Outlook by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), existing home prices nationwide are forecasted to increase by 4.5% in 2021. This means experts anticipate home values will continue climbing next year. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for realtor.com, notes: We expect price ...gains to ease somewhat in 2021 and end 5.7% above 2020 levels, decelerating steadily through the spring and summer, and then gradually... If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

The housing market has been one of the greatest strengths in our economy this year. That strength is founded on the dreams and ambitions of everyday people achieving homeownership right now, thanks in part to record-low interest rates. If you’re ready to take advantage of what the market has to offer right now and become a homeowner as well, DM me to learn the necessary steps. #firsttimehomebuyer #americandream #interestrates If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Why Selling Your House on Your Own Is a Mistake In today's market, selling your house without an agent's help can be a big mistake. Let's connect to talk about the ways a professional brings greater success to the process. #FSBO #sellyourhouse #realestatepro... If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Did You Outgrow Your Home in 2020? It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today whether it’s your starter home or just one you’ve fallen in love with along the way might not be your forever home. Many needs have changed in 2020, and it’s okay to admit if your house no longer fits your lifestyle. If you’re now working remotely, facilitating virtual school, trying to exercise at home, or simply just spending more time in your own four walls, you may be bursting... at the seams in your current house. According to the latest Home Price... #realestate #homeownership #homebuying #realestategoals If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

The Difference a Year Makes for Homeownership Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point, hitting a new historic low 15 times. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide consumers with some significant benefits. Here’s a look at three of them. 1. Move-up or Downsize: One option is to consider moving into a new home, putting the equity you’ve likely gained in your current house toward a down payment on a new one... that better meets your needs something that’s truly a perfect fit, especially if your... #expertanswers #purchasingpower #buyingpower If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

You may have heard that today’s housing market is plagued by an inventory shortage, and it’s giving sellers a strong advantage. However, this doesn’t mean the battle is lost for buyers. Real estate professionals are leading the charge to make sure homebuyers have what they need too. Don’t let the homebuying process feel medieval. DM me for the most current information and advice about how to win in our local market. #buyingahome #winning #firsttimehomebuyer #opportunity If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

2021 Housing Forecast [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights Experts project an optimistic year for the 2021 housing market.... With mortgage rates forecasted to remain low, high buyer demand is expected to fuel more home sales and continue to increase home prices. Let’s connect today to determine how to make your best move in the new year. #realestate #homeownership #homebuying #realestategoals If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

5 Steps to Take if You Need Forbearance Relief Forbearance programs are helping homeowners manage their monthly mortgage payments right now. Let's connect and follow-up with your lender to make sure you have the information you need to make a confident decision. #forbearance #homeownership #realestate... If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Thinking of Buying or Selling a Home This Winter? Experts forecast a hot real estate market this winter. Let's connect to make sure you have the most current information with the new digital buyer and seller guides. #buyingahome #sellingyourhouse #realestateguide... If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

The Holidays Aren’t Stopping Homebuyers This Year Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us, yet finding the perfect holiday gifts for friends and family is certainly still top of mind for many right now. This year, there’s another type of buyer that’s very active this holiday season the homebuyer. Each month, ShowingTime releases their Showing Index which tracks the average number of appointments received on active U.S. house listings. The most recent index notes:... The Showing Index reported a 60.9 percent jump in nationwide showing traffic... #realestate #homeownership #homebuying #realestategoals If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

5 Steps to Follow When Applying for Forbearance If you’re currently feeling the stress of affording your mortgage payment, or if you know someone who is, there’s still time to get help. For homeowners experiencing financial hardship this year, the CARES Act provides mortgage payment deferral options, creating much-needed relief in these challenging times. It’s important, however, to understand how forbearance works. It’s not automatic. You need to take action now and apply fo...r the program before these options expire. A study by the Urban Institute... #Forbearance #expertanswers #stayinformed #staycurrent If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Do you have questions about the homebuying or selling process? Interested in knowing about today’s housing market and how it may impact your goals? DM me for access to these exclusive digital guides that will empower you with the knowledge you need to navigate the market successfully. #realestateguides #expertanswers #stayinformed If you have any questions. 909-415-5462

Experts agree that home values should continue rising into next year. This is great news for anyone who has invested or hopes to invest in real estate. DM me to learn more about what experts expect for the housing market, and how it may benefit your real estate plans. #homevalues #priceapprecation #expertprojections #Zillow #Zelman #FreddieMac #NAR #HPES #MBA #CoreLogic #realestate #homeownership #homebuying #realestategoals #keepingcurrentmatters