wilmington homes for sale Archives - Page 69 of 126

Posts Tagged ‘wilmington homes for sale’

The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability

Posted January 24, 2023 by

If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability are projected to improve this year. Selma Hepp, Executive, Deputy Chief Economist at CoreLogic, shares: (more…)

Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.

Posted January 23, 2023 by

Last year, the housing market slowed down in response to higher mortgage rates, and that had an impact on home prices. If you’re thinking of selling your house soon, that means you’ll want to adjust your expectations accordingly. As realtor.com explains: (more…)

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Posted January 20, 2023 by

(more…)

A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your House

Posted January 19, 2023 by

If you’re a homeowner thinking about selling your house, you’re probably looking for the best time to make your move. That means you’re likely balancing a number of factors, like your changing needs, where you’ll go when you sell, and today’s mortgage rates in order to time it just right. (more…)

Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know

Posted January 19, 2023 by

One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you. Business Insider explains:

(more…)

Have Home Values Hit Bottom?

Posted January 18, 2023 by

Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers. News stories are talking about home prices falling, and that’s raising concerns about a repeat of what happened to prices in the crash in 2008.

(more…)

Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates

Posted January 17, 2023 by

Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing power as a result, and some decided to press pause on their plans. (more…)

What Past Recessions Tell Us About the Housing Market

Posted January 16, 2023 by

It doesn’t matter if you’re someone who closely follows the economy or not, chances are you’ve heard whispers of an upcoming recession. Economic conditions are determined by a broad range of factors, so rather than explaining them each in depth, let’s lean on the experts and what history tells us to see what could lie ahead. As Greg McBride, Chief Financial Analyst at Bankrate, says: (more…)

Key Terms To Know When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Posted January 13, 2023 by

(more…)

Is It Time To Sell Your Second Home?

Posted January 12, 2023 by

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home features. Keep in mind, a luxury home isn’t only defined by price. In a recent article, Investopedia shares additional factors that push a home into this category: location, such as a home on the water or in a desirable city, and features, the things that make the home itself feel luxurious. (more…)