Rate Predictions – Freddie Mac Says Estimates Are Better Than Expected!
What We Have Heard About Rates: We have all heard the rumors that interest rates will be rising soon. This article from Realtor Magazine shows us that there is good news! Freddie Mac is saying that buyers will be able to take advantage of these great rates for longer than was predicted. The great news is that the low rates we have right now will be good into 2017 - you can't beat that. What Does That Mean? What’s that translate for rates? Economists predict the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage … Continue reading...
2016 Summer Real Estate Forecast
See what Homes.com says about Seattle's real estate market for the summer! Seattle is the top city for job and wage growth. Read the article HERE. If you have questions about real estate please contact me, I'd love to answer all of your questions. … Continue reading...
Record-High Home Prices Are “Affordable” Thanks To High Incomes and Low Rates
The Seattle Bubble does a great job at laying out the information on what people can afford in this real estate market. Thanks to the interest rates staying low, more people are allowed to buy homes. Check out more of their well put together data HERE. Call me with your real estate questions. I am always happy to extend the most current and up-to-date information to you, your family and your friends! … Continue reading...
A New Construction Home May Be Just What You Need
With the low inventory of homes in King County, some owners are a little reluctant to sell. New construction is going up everywhere and singles and families are choosing this option over trying to outbid others on a home they want to buy on the open market. New construction also allows you to put touches on a home that you love and make it your own. Doesn't that sound good? This site, "New Home Source" allows you to search by price, area and even school districts. The website does some of the … Continue reading...
Pending Sales up 1.4% – Highest Pace in Nearly a Year
Hi, It's Mindy here - Do you know what's going on in today's real estate market? Sellers are getting top dollar for their homes because the inventory is so low. Read the article that CNBC did on what's going on and let me know if you are in the market to buy or sell or just have questions. Thank you, Mindy. … Continue reading...
