by Brandon Lamar | Nov 6, 2018 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction
The lack of existing inventory for sale has forced many homebuyers to begin looking at new construction. When you buy a newly constructed home instead of an existing home, there are many extra steps that must take place. To ensure a hassle-free process, here are 5...
by Brandon Lamar | Oct 29, 2018 | For Sellers, FSBO's, Move-Up Buyers
With home prices on the rise and buyer demand still strong, some sellers may be tempted to try and sell their homes on their own without using the services of a real estate professional. Real estate agents are trained and experienced in negotiation and, in most cases,...
by Brandon Lamar | Oct 22, 2018 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
There are many unsubstantiated theories about what is happening with home prices. From those who are worried that prices are falling (data shows this is untrue), to those who are concerned that prices are again approaching boom peaks because of “irrational...
by Brandon Lamar | Oct 18, 2018 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
In a recent article, National Housing Inventory Crisis Reaches Inflection Point, realtor.com reported that: New listings jumped 8% year-over-year nationally, the largest increase since 2013 Total listings in the 45 largest markets are now up 6% on average over last...
by Brandon Lamar | Oct 15, 2018 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes outnumbers the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream...
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by Brandon Lamar | Oct 12, 2018 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights: Buying a home can be intimidating if you are not familiar with the terms used during the process. To start you on your path with confidence, we have compiled a list of some of the most common terms used when buying a home. The best way to ensure that...
