If your listing has expired and your house didn’t sell, it's completely normal to feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. Understandably, you're probably wondering what may have gone wrong. Here are three questions to think about as you figure out what to do next. Did You Limit Access to Your House? One of the biggest mistakes you can make when selling your house is restricting Continue Reading about Things To Consider If Your House Didn’t Sell
Sell Smarter: Why Working with a Real Estate Agent May Beat Going Solo
If you're thinking about selling your house on your own, called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO, there are some important things to consider. Going this route means taking on a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and that can be a bit of a headache. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found two of the most difficult tasks for people who Continue Reading about Sell Smarter: Why Working with a Real Estate Agent May Beat Going Solo
The Surprising Trend in the Number of Homes Coming onto the Market
If you're thinking about moving, it's important to know what's happening in the housing market. Here's an update on the supply of homes currently for sale. Whether you're buying or selling, the number of homes in your area is something you should pay attention to. In the housing market, there are regular patterns that happen every year, called seasonality. Spring Continue Reading about The Surprising Trend in the Number of Homes Coming onto the Market
Real Estate in Motion
Analyzing the recent pending ratios in Whatcom County—a snapshot of real estate dynamics in motion. 🏡✨ Curious about the ripple effect of these ratios on your real estate plans? Dive into the details with us! Connect with Johnson Team Real Estate for personalized insights at 360.303.2734. 🏡📈 Continue Reading about Real Estate in Motion
Stay Informed with The Current Interest Rates
Thinking of buying, selling, or refinancing? Interest rates are the rates at which money can be borrowed for a set period of time. The higher the rate, the more money a borrower must pay in the form of interest on the loan. When mortgage rates are lower, this makes the purchasing of a home more affordable. Although the cost of mortgages is closely tied to the interest rate, the price at which Continue Reading about Stay Informed with The Current Interest Rates
The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying
There’s no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and that’s impacting what you can afford. At the same time, there are still fewer homes available for sale than the norm. These are two of the biggest hurdles buyers are facing today. But there are ways to overcome these things and still make your dream Continue Reading about The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying
When You Sell Your House, Where Do You Plan To Go?
If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able to find a home you want to buy with inventory this low? One thing that can Continue Reading about When You Sell Your House, Where Do You Plan To Go?
Navigate Today’s Market with These Numbers
Thinking of buying, selling, or refinancing? Interest rates signify the costs associated with borrowing money within a specified period. Elevated rates result in increased interest obligations for those borrowing. Reduced mortgage rates, on the other hand, improve the feasibility of acquiring homes. Although mortgage expenses are closely tied to interest rates, the sale prices of homes do Continue Reading about Navigate Today’s Market with These Numbers