Trend Alert: Smaller and More Affordable Home on the Rise
Housing affordability is a major issue many people are facing right now, and it’s increasing demand for smaller, more affordable homes. Robert Dietz, Chief Economist at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), explains: “as interest rates increased in 2022, and housing affordability worsened, the demand for home size has trended lower.” If you’ve been […]
Remote Work’s Impact on the Housing Market
The way we work has shifted significantly over the past few years. COVID made remote work wildly popular, and that hasn’t changed since! Experts predict that 36.2 million Americans will be working remotely by 2025; that’s a projected increase of 417% compared to pre-pandemic statistics. When it comes to the housing market, this remote-work boom […]
September Market Update
At MarketPro, we believe that an informed homeowner is our best client. As the real estate market continues to evolve at a rapid pace, we make it a priority to provide you with our extensive knowledge and expertise on a monthly basis. As we transition into the fall season, we feel it’s crucial to take […]
Sellers: Don’t Let These Two Things Hold You Back
Many homeowners are hesitant to sell their homes right now, even if they want to move. It’s a strange housing market out there, and it’s hard to know how to best time your sale—and your next purchase. If you’re in this situation, we’d love to help. We thoroughly understand the particulars of this market, and […]
Three Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity
One of the many benefits of owning a home is building equity. When home prices are rising, your home becomes an automatic savings account. If you’ve owned your home for a few years, you likely have significant equity—even if your home is distressed. Equity grows over time as you pay down your loan while your […]
Cooler Weather, Hot Market: Why This Fall is a Great Time to Sell
Typically, the housing market cools with the weather. The spring and summer are usually peak times for home sales, and things are slower in the fall and winter. This year, though, the situation is different! Let’s look at what makes this fall a particularly good time to sell your home. Reason 1: Better weather. It’s […]