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There's Still Time To Take Advantage of Historically Low Mortgage RatesToday's mortgage rates are still incredibly low compared to the historical norm. Let's connect so you can strike while the iron
Cash In on Today's Housing Demand by Selling Your Second HomeThis is a great time to cash in on an unprecedented demand for houses. Let's connect if you're ready to liquidate your portfolio while
Get Real With Eddie- June 8th, 2021Eddie Has Been A Realtor Since 2001, Is The President For The Local 3 Rivers Association Of Realtors, Director At Illinois Association Of Realtors, Team Lead Of
Eddie Has Been A Realtor Since 2001, Is The President For The Local 3 Rivers Association Of Realtors, Director At Illinois Association Of Realtors, Team Lead Of The Ruettiger Group & The 2018
Why You Should Think About Listing Prices Like an Auction’s Reserve PriceFor generations, the homebuying process never really changed. The seller would try to estimate the market value of the
Things to Consider When Buying a HomeThe process of buying a home can be overwhelming at times, but you don’t need to go through it alone.You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a
Will the Housing Market Bloom This Spring?Spring is almost here, and many are wondering what it will bring for the housing market. Even though the pandemic continues on, it’s certain to be
How to Make the Most of an Initial Home Walk-ThroughAll those hours of searching online real estate sites for the perfect home hopefully leads to this moment: spotting a place that makes you say,
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
Home Prices: It’s All About Supply and DemandAs we enter the summer months and work through the challenges associated with the current health crisis, many are wondering what impact the
Will Surging Unemployment Crush Home Sales?Ten million Americans lost their jobs over the last two weeks. The next announced unemployment rate on May 8th is expected to be in the double digits.
Some Highlights:Don’t put your homeownership plans on hold just because you’re stuck inside.There are several things you can do right now to keep your home search moving forward.Connect
5 Simple Graphs Proving This Is NOT Like the Last TimeWith all of the volatility in the stock market and uncertainty about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), some are concerned we may be headed for another
Impact of the Coronavirus on the U.S. Housing MarketThe Coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused massive global uncertainty, including a U.S. stock market correction no one could have seen.
Great News for Renters Who Want to Buy a HomeRents in the United States have been skyrocketing since 2012. This has caused many renters to face a tremendous burden when juggling their housing
Should I Sell My House This Year?If one of the questions you’re asking yourself today is, “Should I sell my house this year?” the current Housing Opportunities and
2020 Luxury Market ForecastBy the end of last year, many homeowners found themselves with more equity than they realized, and at the same time their wages were increasing. When those two factors
Buying a Home Early Can Significantly Increase Future WealthAccording to an Urban Institute study, homeowners who purchase a house before age 35 are better prepared for retirement at age.
National Cut Your Energy Costs Day [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights:On January 10th of each year, “National Cut Your Energy Costs Day” encourages consumers to reduce their overall
The New Spring Real Estate Market is Here. Are You Ready?Which month do you think most people who are considering buying a home actually start their search? If you’re like most of us, you
Big Demand for Small HomesMovies, tv shows, and celebrities often have us dreaming of owning large homes, but the reality for most people is quite different.Since 2015, the square footage of newly
3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This YearOutside of a strong economy, low unemployment, and higher wages, there are three more great reasons why you may want to consider buying your dream home
The 2020 Real Estate Projections That May Surprise YouThis will be an interesting year for residential real estate. With a presidential election taking place this fall and talk of a possible
A 365 Day Difference in HomeownershipOver the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide
It’s ‘National Roof Over Your Head’ Day!Did you know that each year in the United States, we celebrate “National Roof Over Your Head Day” on December 3rd?As noted on&
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3 Powerful Reasons to Buy a Home NowWhether you are a first-time buyer or looking to move up to the home of your dreams, now is a great time to purchase a home. Here are three major reasons to buy
The Cost of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights:Interest rates are projected to increase steadily heading into 2020.The higher your interest rate, the more money
5 Powerful Reasons to Own Instead of RentOwning a home has great financial benefits.In a recent research paper, Homeownership and the American Dream, Laurie S. Goodman and Christopher Mayer of
Now’s the Time to Move-Up and Upgrade Your Current Home!Homes priced at the top 25% of the price range for a particular area of the country are considered "premium homes." In today’s
10 Steps to Buying a Home This Summer Some Highlights:If you are thinking of buying a home, you may not know where to start.Here is a simple list of 10 steps that you will go through to
Is Mortgage Debt out of Control?The housing crisis of the last decade was partially caused by unhealthy levels of mortgage debt. Homeowners were using their homes as ATMs by refinancing and swapping
Millennials Are Increasing the Demand for CondominiumsWhen deciding to buy a home, people are presented with many different options. The type of home you buy depends on your needs, budget, and in
Top 5 Reasons You Should NOT FSBORising home prices coupled with a lack of inventory in today’s market may cause some homeowners to consider selling their home on their own (known in the
Know What to Expect at Your Home InspectionSo you made an offer and it was accepted. Now, your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Agents oftentimes make your offer
Stop Wondering What Your Budget Is & Get Pre-Approved!In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes outnumbers the number of homes for sale.
Top 4 Renovations for the Greatest Return on Investment!Some Highlights:If you are planning on listing your house for sale this year, these four home improvement projects will net you the
2 Myths Holding Back Home BuyersFreddie Mac recently released a report entitled, “Perceptions of Down Payment Consumer Research.” Their research revealed
The Feeling You Get from Owning Your HomeWe often talk about the financial reasons why buying a home makes sense. But, more often than not, the emotional reasons are the more powerful and compelling
How Homeownership Delivers Unsurpassed Family WealthThere are many financial benefits to homeownership, but probably none more important than its ability to create family wealth.How Housing Matters
2 Things You Need to Know to Properly Price Your HomeIn today’s housing market, home prices are increasing at a slower pace (3.7%) than they have over the last eight years (6-7%). However,
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4 Most Popular Bottom Line Investments in AmericaEvery year, Gallup surveys Americans to determine their choice for the best long-term investment. Respondents are given a choice
Boomerang Buyers: Don’t Be Afraid to Buy a Home Again!According to CoreLogic, from 2006 to 2014 “there were 7.3 million housing foreclosures and 1.9 million short sales.” The
The Impact Staging Your Home Has On Your Sale Price.Some Highlights:The National Association of Realtors surveyed their members & released the findings of their Profile of Home
Starting the Search for Your Dream Home? Here Are 5 Tips!In today’s real estate market, low inventory dominates the conversation in many areas of the country. It can often be frustrating to be
Top Days to List Your Home for Sale Some Highlights:ATTOM Data Solutions conducted an analysis of more than 29 million single-family home and condo sales over the past eight
What is Really Happening with Home Prices?Home values have softened over the last twelve months. We are no longer seeing 6-7% annual appreciation levels for the national housing market. The current
4 Tips for Making a Competitive OfferSo, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call 'home,' and you've finally found it! The price is right, and in such a competitive,
New Research Shows Housing Is Affordable For First-Time BuyersHome prices have been on the rise for the last seven years, leading many housing market analysts to conclude that first-time homebuyers
A Lack of Inventory Continues to Impact the Housing MarketThe housing crisis is finally in the rear-view mirror as the real estate market moves down the road to a complete recovery. Home values are
A Tale of Two Markets Some Highlights:An emerging trend for some time now has been the difference between available inventory and demand in the premium and luxury markets and that in the
Summer is Coming! Time for a Vacation... Home?During the summer, many families travel to their favorite vacation destination. What if instead of renting a house or staying in a hotel, you could
Mainstream Concerns about an Economic Slowdown RevisitedRecently, we reported that many believe a recession could happen within the next two years. We explained that 70% of economists and
Home Buyers are Optimistic About Homeownership!When we consider buying an item, we naturally go through a research process prior to making our decision. We ask our friends and family members who
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