Are Home Prices Declining?
Is runaway home appreciation a thing of the past? Are homes becoming more affordable? Are we headed for a crash? The answers to all your burning questions are here!
Good News About Homeownership Rates
Homeownership rates are increasing, an indication of good economic health and quality of life for the typical American family.
Appraisal Cheat Sheet
The appraisal process is subjective. There is no list of repairs that every appraiser will require. But these are the kinds of repairs an appraiser is likely to require.
VIDEO: Winning With Increasing Interest Rates
A quick glance at any news web site would have you believe the economic sky is falling. And while both the economy and the real estate market ARE changing, it's not all gloom and doom. There are also some real opportunities out there!
Top Ten Mortgage Myths
When it comes to getting a mortgage loan, there is a lot of information at your fingertips. Unfortunately, not all of it is correct. But never fear! We'll break down ten of the most common myths about mortgage lending and get straight to the facts.
Low Appraisals
When an appraisal comes in low, the buyer has a decision to make. What are the options and what are the implications of each?
Desktop Appraisal Update for 2022
Last year, we talked about a day when Desktop Appraisals, or something similar, would become a permanent part of mortgage lending guidelines, and now it has! We discuss the upcoming timeline and what this means for your customers in our latest video!
What's in a Zestimate?
A Zestimate is simply what it implies, an estimate of a home's value. The Zestimate is not an appraisal. It's not an estimate of value from a local real estate professional. And it can't always be trusted.
34 Percent?
If you're looking to buy a home in Jefferson County, Washington, I'd like for you to remember this number: 34%
Is This a Bubble?
Market conditions can be absolutely bonkers sometimes, and now is one of those times. My customers often ask me if I think we're experiencing a bubble that's about to burst. It's a fair question, so I've put together this video with my thoughts on the discussion.