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You probably don’t wake up every morning and think, How can I invest in my home today? But it is something you should keep at the forefront of your mind if you want to improve both your quality of life and your financial future. Here are some of the best projects to invest in if you’re looking to get the biggest bang for your buck.

After initial COVID-related disruptions to the real estate market in March 2020, real estate was declared an essential service. Subsequently, virtual transaction and marketing processes made it possible for buyers and sellers to move forward with home sales. What followed was one of the most active real estate markets in recent memory, with buyer demand far outstripping the availability of listings in markets all over North America.

In 2020, just as the spring market was heating up, it was unceremoniously brought to a standstill by the shutdowns and precautions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, both buyers and sellers have seen a host of ups and downs that added up to one of the most active, and in some ways frustrating, real estate markets on record. Now, as we approach the first-year anniversary, what can you expect from this year’s spring market and how will it differ from last year’sespecially since many parts of the country are still more or less shut down? Here are a few predictions to help you prepare for whatever comes next.

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Is Right Now the Right Time to Sell? [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights If you’re on the fence about selling your house, now is a great time to take advantage of sky-high demand, low supply, and fierce buyer competition.... With buyer demand rising and historically low inventory for sale, if you’re in a position to move, your house may really stand out from the crowd. Let’s connect today to get your listing process underway. #Sellyourhouse #moveuphome #dreamhome #realestate See more

No Matter What the Groundhog Says, You Should Sell Before Spring No matter how soon the groundhog says spring will come, don't wait to put your house on the market. Let's connect to talk about why now is a great time to sell.

What Happens When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans? According to the latest report from Black Knight, Inc., a well-respected provider of data and analytics for mortgage companies, 6.48 million households have entered a forbearance plan as a result of financial concerns brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s where these homeowners stand right now: 2,543,000 (39%) are current on their payments and have left the program... 625,000 (9%) have paid off their mortgages 434,000 (7%) have negotiated a repayment plan and have left the program 2,254,000 (35%) have extended their original... #realestate #forbearance #foreclosure #homeownership See more

Want a #protip on buying a home? One of the first things you should do is work with your lender to get pre-approved for a loan. This helps you understand how much house you can afford, and it gives you a big leg up in today’s highly competitive market. DM me to learn more about pre-approval and the other steps that today’s savviest homebuyers are taking to land their dream homes this year. #buyingahome #preapproval #realestateprotips

Do you feel like your current home just doesn’t seem to fit your needs anymore? As you’ve cooked more meals lately, maybe the kitchen is feeling cramped. As you’ve spent more time at home, perhaps you’re dreaming of space that you can make your own. Whatever the reason, now is a great time to make a move to a home that has what you need. DM me to learn more about what’s available in our local market. #buyingahome #dreamhome #housingmarket #househunting