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    A Record Percent of Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2025 – Are You?

    By Nathan Butterfield | February 11, 2025

    This could be the year to sell your house – and here’s why. According to a recent NerdWallet survey, 15% of people are planning to buy a home this year. That’s actually a record high for this survey (see graph below): Here’s why this is such a big deal. The percentage has been hovering between 9-11% since 2020. This recent... Read More

    Only an Expert Agent Can Give You an Accurate Value of Your Home

    By Nathan Butterfield | December 16, 2024

    In today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything — including figuring out how much your house is worth. But be careful. The automated estimates you’re seeing online often miss key details that affect the true market value of your home. Before you toss a for sale sign in your yard and expect to bring... Read More

    Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents

    By Nathan Butterfield | December 9, 2024

    Putting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind. But you should know that it gets complicated very quickly, especially in today’s complex market. That’s why data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows a record low number are going the route of selling... Read More

    How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today

    By Nathan Butterfield | November 26, 2024

    Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says: “If you are an aspiring homeowner, buying a home with your family or friends could be... Read More

    Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes?

    By Nathan Butterfield | November 19, 2024

    Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough. You’re scrolling through listings, rushing to open houses, and maybe even losing out to more competitive offers. Somewhere along the way, you might’ve heard the reason it’s so hard to find a home is because big Wall Street investors are swooping in and snatching up everything in sight.... Read More

    Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House

    By Nathan Butterfield | November 18, 2024

    If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market. Maybe you’re wondering if it’s even a good idea to move right now. Or you’re stressed because you think you won’t find a house you like. To put... Read More

    Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?

    By Nathan Butterfield | November 15, 2024

    When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought about renting their home before listing, with nearly a third (28%) taking that possibility seriously. Compared to 2021,... Read More

    More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer

    By Nathan Butterfield | November 13, 2024

    There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to buy. Let’s look at two reasons why. You Have More Options To Choose From An article from Realtor.com helps explain just how much the number of homes for sale has... Read More

    What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now

    By Nathan Butterfield | November 12, 2024

    Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you’re thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s a very common roadblock and is one of the biggest factors that’s kept the number of homes... Read More

    The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year

    By Nathan Butterfield | September 16, 2024

    A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this year is just around the corner. Your sweet spot is... Read More