St. Louis Home Buyer Guide Fall 2018 Edition If you are considering purchasing a home this Fall check out this info-packed St. Louis Home Buyer Guide. Approximately 25 pages covering many topics to help you understand the whole process of finding, sorting, and deciding on the best house for you. Topics include: Knowing What You […]
Should You Buy Now or Wait Until Next Year? This has to be the big question running through many potential home buyers at the moment. Should you buy now or wait until next year? Homes are More Affordable Today Than in 1985-2000 Rising home prices have many concerned that the average family will no longer […]
What is the Relationship Status of First Time Homebuyers? Have you ever wondered about the relationship status of first time homebuyers? Probably not, but since it’s Valentine’s Day today why not check into the relationship status of who’s buying homes? According to the National Association of REALTORS most recent Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, married couples once again […]
Tax Reform and Housing Reference Guide Disclaimer: This tax reform and housing reference guide is not meant to be a resource for tax advice but instead a resource for basic information concerning only certain aspects of the new tax code and how they may impact the real estate market. You should get tax advice from […]
How Do Low Interest Rates Have Such a High Impact on Your Purchasing Power? According to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows in comparison to recent history! The interest rate you secure when buying a home […]
The current narrative is that home prices have risen so much so that it is no longer a smart idea to purchase a home. Your family and friends might suggest that buying a home right now (whether a first-time home or a move-up home) makes absolutely no sense from a home affordability standpoint. They are wrong! […]
St. Louis Ranks #4 in the Top 20 Cities Where You Get the Most for Your Money Where will your paycheck go the furthest? Look no further than St. Louis who just ranked #4 in the list of the top cities where you get the most for your money. The popular blog Indeed just published […]
What are the Projected Home Prices for the Next 5 Years? Where are home prices heading over the next 5 years? That will depend on who you listen to. In the media world individual opinions often make headlines. I imagine even the Kardashians have a prediction or blog post about the subject somewhere. When it […]
In a blog post published last Friday, CNBC’s Diana Olnick reported on the latest results of the FAU Buy vs. Rent Index. The index examines the entire US housing market and then isolates 23 major markets for comparison. The researchers at FAU use a “‘horse race’ comparison between an individual that is buying a home […]
Housing Report for St. Louis City and County Show Increasing Prices Shrinking Inventory As predicted, the St. Louis housing market grows more challenging for homebuyers as inventory continues to diminish while prices continue to increase. Let’s look at a few highlights from the infographic above to see where the real estate market has been […]
What to Do with Your Tax Return? Bring it Home What to do with your tax return is a timely question this time of year. Soon many people will be eagerly checking their mailboxes looking for their tax return check from the IRS. But, what do most people plan to do with the money? GO […]
Supply of Homes in St Louis Updated 6-04-19 Explore the supply of homes in St. Louis with this interactive map. Wave your mouse over the map to see how many months of inventory are available at the end of May 2019. Learn more about what makes up a Sellers Market or a Buyers Market and […]
St Louis Spring Home Buyers Guide 2017 Edition: Things to Consider When Buying a Home Spring 2017 Home Buyers Guide The new St Louis Spring Home Buyers Guide 2017 Edition presents a well-rounded view of buying a home in the Spring. Topics include: 4 Reasons to Buy a Home this Spring The Difference Between Cost […]
What is the Home Inventory Mismatch Score? The home inventory mismatch score measures the types of homes buyers are searching for against the category of homes that are available on the market. For example: “If 60% of buyers are searching for starter homes but only 40% of listings are starter homes, the market mismatch score […]
St Louis:Metro Area Homes Under $1000 Month According to MarketWatch St Louis is ranked among 6 cities where you can own a home under a $1000 a month. The average monthly cost of home ownership in the Gateway city? $876.00 The minimum salary needed: $37,527. 6 Cities Where You Don’t Have to Make a Lot […]
It’s that time of year: Many homeowners are looking to the New Year and planning their 2017 real estate resolutions (sell the house, move to the suburbs, buy that dream vacation home, etc.). If you’re planning your own New Year’s real estate resolutions, you might be researching 2017 housing market predictions to figure out when […]
Want to visit the gym more? Finally complete the home improvement project you’ve been working on? Save money for that new watch/car/house/vacation? January 1 is the perfect time to jumpstart your goals. If you’re like most people, according to Money Magazine, you probably have “stay fit,” “spend less,” or “enjoy the most out of life” […]
St Louis Winter Home Buyers Guide 2016 Edition: Things to Consider When Buying a Home Winter Home Buyers Guide The new St Louis Winter Home Buyers Guide 2016 Edition presents a well-rounded view of buying a home in the Winter. Topics include: 4 Reasons to Buy a Home this Winter The Difference Between Cost and […]
Real Estate agents respond to poll asking What Are the Biggest First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes Inman News, a provider of real estate information, recently conducted a poll asking agents “What Are the Biggest First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes” they have seen in their careers. Close to 600 agents responded. Here in order are some of the top results, […]
Nation’s Largest Publisher of Mortgage and Consumer Loan Information Ranks St Louis as Fourth Most Affordable City for Homeownership St. Louis came in fourth just behind Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Cincinnati as the most affordable city for homeownership in the nation. When a buyer is considering purchasing a home and/or relocating ,the most common question is, […]
