Comparing the Current St. Louis Real Estate Market to 2020 The newest St. Louis Housing report was just released by the St. Louis Realtors shows the newest numbers comparing November 2021 to November 2020. For analysis and comments please visit our St Louis Market Trends page where you will find the following: How to Find […]
Key Takeaways: Buyers throughout all walks of life are wondering how to navigate today’s competitive housing market. Whether you’re a Gen Z first-time buyer or a Baby Boomer looking to downsize, you should consider making a move to lock in your real estate goals. Have questions about buying or selling? Contact us for personalized advice! […]
Key Takeaways: Some sellers have turned to iBuyers for instant cash offers on their properties, but they have consequently sacrificed the personalization of their home sale. iBuyers use outdated algorithms to value properties, whereas real estate agents use to-the-minute statistics to generate accurate, competitive prices. Work with our team of local agents to expertly price […]
Don’t you wish you had a crystal ball sometimes? If you could only know the future you could be a great planner right? In reality, most of us do not have the predictive powers to know what future home prices might look like. If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve […]
What does supply and demand tell us about the St. Louis real estate market and the national market?There’s a well-known economic theory – the law of supply and demand – that explains what’s happening with prices in the current real estate market. Put simply, when demand for an item is high, prices rise. When the […]
Early October is the Sweet Spot for Buyers Are you looking to buy a home or tired of looking for a home? If you answered yes to either one of those questions, we’ve got good news for you. While there’s no denying the housing market is having a great year, many of the headlines are focused on the […]
The 2022 Best Public High Schools in Missouri was published this week by Niche.com. Niche is the popular online resource that provides information on K-12 Schools, colleges, cities and neighborhoods across the United States. The company website states, “The 2022 Best Public High Schools ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions […]
The 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 home or if interest rates are projected to rise or fall. We put together a free eGuide for you that will answer many of […]
What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal Gap It’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today’s housing market. Home prices are appreciating at near-historic rates, and that’s creating some challenges when it comes to home appraisals. In recent months, it’s become increasingly common […]
We know searching for a home can be very frustrating. You might be feeling that options for first-time homebuyers don’t even exist in this current real estate market. Our message to you is don’t give up! Having spent over 18 years in helping homebuyers we’ve seen a thing or two and have coached a lot […]
Key Takeaways: If you’re thinking about moving, choosing the right neighborhood when buying a home is important, especially if you care about resale value. Certain neighborhood features can increase your home value—and make you feel right at home in your new community. When it comes to your home search, we have some features to keep […]
Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Here’s a look at four key […]
St Louis Housing Report June 2021 “How is the St. Louis Real Estate Market Compared to 2020?” is a question we get frequently. Here we are in July with school’s out, vaccination rates rising and America entering a new normal. The U.S. housing market continues along at a frenzied pace, with low-interest rates and limited […]
The question of whether the real estate market is a bubble ready to pop seems to be dominating a lot of conversations – and everyone has an opinion. Yet, when it comes down to it, the opinions that carry the most weight are the ones based on experience and expertise. Here are four expert opinions […]
What to Expect as Appraisal Gaps Grow In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic, elaborates: “The frequency of buyers being willing to pay more […]
If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the home prior to lending a buyer money for the purchase. […]
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Key Takeaways: Pools are a highly coveted amenity, and having one of your own comes with quite a few perks. Want to know the ins and outs of pool ownership? We’ve outlined some must-ask questions that every homebuyer should consider. No matter what kind of home you’re looking to buy, you can always reach out […]
There’s a lot of discussion about home affordability as home prices continue to appreciate rapidly. Even though the most recent index on affordability from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows homes are more affordable today than the historical average, some still have concerns about whether or not it’s truly affordable to buy a home right now. When […]
A Comical Look at Buying and Owning a Home “The audience laughs at agreement – a secret of comedy that very few people realize.” I’m not sure where this quote originates from but it certainly touches on a truth: we laugh at things we agree upon and relate to. Hats off to Trey Kennedy a […]
