Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This Year

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on April 12, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers.

If you’re buying or selling a home this year, you’re likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that might include things like your down payment and closing costs. And for sellers, you’re probably working on a bit of spring cleaning and maintenance to spruce up your house before you list it. Either way, any money you get back from your taxes can help you achieve your goals. Using a tax refund is a common tactic for buyers and sellers. SmartAsset estimates the average American will receive a $2,897 tax refund this year. The map below provides a more detailed estimate by state: If...

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on April 9, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers.

Some Highlights If you’re a homeowner, your net worth has gotten a big boost. That’s because recent home price appreciation has increased your equity. Your equity grows as you pay down your loan and as your home increases in value. Over the past year, the average homeowner’s equity grew by $55,300. Ready to sell? Let’s connect to talk about how you can use that equity to fuel your next move. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage.

Are you thinking about selling your house? If so, you may want to make it a priority to start the process soon. According to realtor.com, the sweet spot for sellers is just around the corner. In a recent study, experts analyzed housing market trends by looking at data from the past several years (excluding 2020, since it was an atypical year). When applied to the current market, experts determined the ideal week to list a house this year. The research says: “Home sellers on the fence waiting for that perfect moment to sell should start preparations, because the best time to list a home in...

What You Can Expect from the Spring Housing Market

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 25, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage, Pricing.

As the spring housing market kicks off, you likely want to know what you can expect this season when it comes to buying or selling a house. While there are multiple factors causing some uncertainty, including the conflict overseas, rising inflation, and the first rate increase from the Federal Reserve in over three years — the housing market seems to be relatively immune. Here’s a look at what experts say you can expect this spring. 1. Mortgage Rates Will Climb Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed mortgage rate has increased by more than a full point in the past six months. And despite some...

The Average Homeowner Gained More Than $55K in Equity over the Past Year

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 22, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage, Pricing.

If you’re a current homeowner, you should know your net worth just got a big boost. It comes in the form of rising home equity. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. Today, you’re building that equity far faster than you may expect – and this gain is great news for you. Here’s how it happened. Home values are on the rise thanks to low housing supply and high buyer demand. Basically, there aren’t enough homes available to meet this high buyer interest, so bidding wars are driving home prices up. When you own a home, the rising prices mean your home is worth...

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 19, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage.

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house this spring, here are some things you’ll want to tackle before you list. Spend your time on tasks that make it feel inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. To determine the full list of things you’ll want to tackle for your home, you need the opinion of a trusted expert. Let’s connect to help make sure your house shows well this season. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

This Spring Presents Sellers with a Golden Opportunity

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 15, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, timing is crucial. After all, you’ll want to balance getting the most out of the sale of your current home and making the best investment when you buy your next one. If that’s the case, you should know – you may be able to get the best of both worlds today. Here are four reasons why this spring may be your golden window of opportunity. 1. The Number of Homes on the Market Is Still Low Today’s limited supply of houses for sale is putting sellers in the driver’s seat. There are far more buyers in the market today than there are homes available....

Supply and Demand in Today’s Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 12, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage.

Some Highlights Today’s housing market is the direct result of low supply and high buyer demand. Here’s what that means for you and your plans to buy or sell. For buyers, expect competition, be ready to move fast, and be prepared to submit your strongest offer. For sellers, know your house will be the center of attention and that it’ll likely sell quickly and get multiple offers. If you’re ready to move, let’s connect to talk about our local area and how you can take advantage of today’s unprecedented housing market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Why It’s Critical To Price Your House Right

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 12, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage, Pricing, Selling Myths.

When you make a move, you want to sell your house for the highest price possible. That might be why many homeowners are eager to list in today’s sellers’ market. After all, with record-low inventory and high buyer demand, many homes are selling for more than asking price. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 46% of homes are selling above list price today. But even in a market like we have now, working with an agent to set the right asking price is critical, as pricing it too high or too low could have a negative impact on your final sale. Here’s why. Pricing Your House...

How Global Uncertainty Is Impacting Mortgage Rates

Written by Jupiter Florida Mortgage Syndicated User on March 12, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Jupiter Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Mortgage.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ll want to keep a pulse on what’s happening with mortgage rates. Rates have been climbing in recent months, especially since January of this year. And just a few weeks ago, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac approached 4% for the first time since May of 2019. But that climb has dropped slightly over the past few weeks (see graph below): The recent decline in mortgage rates is primarily due to growing uncertainty around geopolitical tensions surrounding Russia and Ukraine. But experts say it’s to be expected. Here’s a look...

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