After years of high mortgage rates and slowed buyer activity, the housing market is finally showing signs of renewed energy. More Triangle area sellers are listing their homes, and more buyers are jumping back in. And while it may not be a full-blown boom just yet, momentum is building. This shift may be gradual, but […]
Bank of America recently asked potential buyers what would make them feel more confident about making a move. The top answers? Improved affordability, especially when it comes to prices and mortgage rates (see below). The good news is that while the overall economy may still feel uncertain, we’re starting to see signs of positive shifts […]
You’ve probably seen dramatic headlines predicting a housing market crash—but the full story is far less alarming. Let’s break down what’s actually going on and what experts expect for home prices over the next five years. (Spoiler: it’s not a crash.) The latest home price forecast reveals a trend toward steady, sustainable growth, not the […]
If you’ve felt like finding the right home in the Triangle area has been nearly impossible over the past few years, you’re not alone. But things are starting to shift—and in a good way. Across the country, housing inventory is rising, which means more options for buyers. Still, that growth isn’t happening evenly everywhere, which […]
Key Takeaways: Traditionally, many home sellers choose to pull their homes off the market during the holiday season—but this year is different. Housing inventory has dropped to an all-time low as more and more buyers start searching for the perfect home. As a seller, this means you could score a fantastic deal if you list […]
If you’re getting ready to buy a home soon, then you’ve probably heard whispers of an imminent recession—and the real estate market and recessions don’t have a great track record. Although it’s hard not to be plagued by memories of the 2008 recession and the housing market crash, you need to know: the conditions of […]
Dipping your toes in the waters of home-buying? Based on the latest numbers, you may want to consider jumping in. In fact, buying a home right now could lead to an equity boost of almost $50,000 in the next five years! Take a look at a few numbers from the experts, see where home prices […]
Everyday in the Linda Craft & Team office we get updates on rising mortgage rates, inflating home prices and low housing inventory. It was perfect timing when this Keeping Current Matters blog appeared in our inbox and we feel has some great reasons why consumers should consider purchasing a home now as opposed to later in […]