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The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval [INFOGRAPHIC]

Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow.
Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity while planning your homebuying budget, confidence in your ability to secure a loan, and a competitive edge in a bidding war.
In today’s market, connecting with a lender to get pre-approved may be the game-changer that helps you secure your dream home.

If you’re thinking that waiting a year or two to purchase a home might mean you’ll save some money, think again.
Mortgage interest rates are currently very low, but experts across the board are forecasting increases in both home prices and interest rates.
Buying a home now means you’ll spend less in the long run. Let’s connect to put your homebuying plans in motion before home prices and mortgage rates climb even higher.

In a recent article, Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), discussed the state of today’s housing market.
When addressing whether or not today’s high buyer competition and rising home prices are evidence of a housing bubble, Yun said that this “is not a bubble. It is simply lack of supply.”
Today’s housing market is healthy, and rising prices are driven by real buyer demand. Let’s connect to talk about the best ways to navigate such an energetic market.

There’s no doubt about it: homeowners love their homes, and that feeling has become even more important over the past year.
The vast majority of homeowners say they’re emotionally attached to their home and that it has kept them safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Owning a home provides a sense of safety, security, and accomplishment. Let’s connect to move your homeownership goals forward today.

If your house is feeling a little cramped with the addition of adult children or aging parents, it might be time to consider a move-up into a multigenerational home that better suits your changing needs.
With benefits that include a combined homebuying budget and shared caregiving duties, an increasing number of households are discovering the value of a multigenerational home.
With such high demand for houses today, now is a great time to sell so you can upgrade to a multigenerational home that may better suit your evolving needs.

With so many buyers looking for homes to purchase and so few houses available today, there’s a substantial increase in bidding wars, and homes are selling fast.
According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), on average, houses are receiving over four offers from buyers and they’re selling in less than three weeks.
If you’re ready to make a move, let’s connect today so you can sell your house while the market is in your favor.

There are a lot of misconceptions about buying or selling a home today, making it challenging to know exactly how to navigate the current real estate landscape.
Here’s a little clarity when it comes to 5 common myths about the 2021 housing market.
Let’s connect to discuss your needs and so you can decipher facts from fiction in our local market.

Today’s home price appreciation is driving equity higher throughout the country.
If your needs are changing and you’re ready for a new home, your equity may be a great asset to power your next move.
Now is a great time to put your equity toward a down payment on the home of your dreams.

With so few houses for sale today, it’s important to be prepared when you’re ready to buy a home.
Meeting with your lender early, knowing your must-haves and nice-to-haves, preparing for a bidding war, and keeping your emotions in check are all ways to gain confidence in the homebuying process.
If you’re looking for an expert guide to help you navigate today’s lightning-fast housing market, let’s connect today.

With so few homes available to buy today, houses are in high demand, and they’re selling fast.
That means it’s a great time to sell if you’re ready to make a move.
Let’s connect to make sure your house is ready for a top-dollar sale this spring. It may be closer than you think!