by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 23, 2025 | For Buyers, Home Prices
It’s no secret that affordability is tough with where mortgage rates and home prices are right now. And that may have you worried about how you’ll be able to buy a home. But, if you don’t need a ton of space, you may find you have more cost-effective options in an...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 23, 2025 | For Sellers, Home Prices
There’s one big mistake you need to avoid when you sell your house this year: setting your price too high. It might seem like overpricing gives you room to negotiate or could really boost your profit, but the reality is, it usually backfires. In...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 20, 2025 | Equity, For Buyers
Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait? There’s a lot to consider, from what’s happening in the market to your changing needs. But generally speaking, aiming to time the market isn’t a good strategy – there are too many factors at play...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 20, 2025 | For Buyers, Home Prices, Interested Rates
It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 17, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers
With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown...