As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

by Rasheed Joseph | Sep 30, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, First Time Home Buyers

Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), it’s clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionally and financially. In addition to long-term stability, buying a home...

Don’t Tackle Selling Your Home on Your Own – an Agent Can Help

by Rasheed Joseph | Sep 29, 2021 | Sellers, Selling Myths

If you’re looking to maximize your sale and minimize your effort, you need to work with a real estate professional. In a sellers’ market like today’s, it can be tempting to list your house on your own – known as For Sale By Owner (FSBO). But the truth is, a real...

Early October is the Sweet Spot for Buyers

by Rasheed Joseph | Sep 28, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates

Are you looking to buy a home? If so, 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 perks for sellers. But what about buyers today? As a buyer, you’re likely braving bidding...

If You’re a Buyer, Is Offering Asking Price Enough?

by Rasheed Joseph | Sep 27, 2021 | Buyers, Buying Myth, First Time Home Buyers

In today’s real estate market, buyers shouldn’t shop for a home with the expectation they’ll be able to negotiate a lower sales price. In a typical housing market, buyers try to determine how much less than the asking price they can offer and still get the home. From...

It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Rasheed Joseph | Sep 24, 2021 | Infographic, Pricing, Sellers

Some Highlights Due to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen. Sellers can benefit from more offers to pick from, higher home values, and a faster sales process. That might be why 73% of people believe it’s a good time to...