Is It Time To Put Your House Back on the Market?

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on March 19, 2025. Posted in Economy, For Sellers, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

If you took your house off the market in late 2024, you’re not the only one. Newsweek reports that data from CoreLogic and the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) says nearly 73,000 homes were pulled from the market in December alone – that’s more than any other December going all the way back to 2017 (see graph below):Whether it was because offers weren’t coming in, the timing around the holidays felt overwhelming, or they wanted to see if the market would improve in the new year – a lot of other homeowners decided to press pause, too.But now, with spring fast approaching, it’s time to...

Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in Today’s Market

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on March 6, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection. That’s why it pays to anticipate potential issues before buyers ever step through the door. And one way to do that is with a pre-listing inspection.What Is a Pre-Listing Inspection? A pre-listing inspection is essentially a professional home inspection you schedule before putting your house on the market. Just like the inspections your buyer will do after making an offer, this process identifies any issues with the condition...

More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on March 5, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

More people are taking steps to buy a home. And, if you’ve been waiting for the right time to move, this may be the sign you’ve been looking for.For the past few years, a lot of would-be homebuyers hit pause on their plans. With rising mortgage rates and affordability challenges, buying just didn’t seem doable. But now, more of them are getting back out there. That’s because they’re getting used to the fact that this may be the new normal for the market – especially as forecasts show mortgage rates may be starting to stabilize. According to the National Association of Realtors...

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 22, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Some HighlightsWith more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.? But how do you decide what’s worth doing? ?You lean on an agent.An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick wins that’ll have a big impact, and what projects have the best ROI.What projects are on your to-do list before selling? With only a month left before spring, connect with a local agent so you know what’s worth the time and effort.

Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 21, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Inventory, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

For the past few years, it’s been mostly a seller’s market. But dynamics are shifting as the number of homes for sale grows. And that means that the market is balancing out a bit. As a result, some sellers are finding they need to be more flexible to close a deal. One strategy that can help? Offering concessions.As the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains:“As home inventory begins to grow and buyers regain some advantage in the market, sellers may consider offering more in negotiations to make the deal more attractive and get to the closing table.”What Are Seller...

The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 14, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Spring is the busiest season in the housing market. It’s the time of year when buyers are most active – that means it’s when homes sell faster and for top dollar. If you’ve already got a move on your mind, why not list this spring and take advantage of the added buyer demand? Since spring is just around the corner, now’s the time to start getting your house market-ready. You’ve got just over a month to do the prep work. And while that may sound like a decent amount of time, it’s going to go by quickly. And you won’t want to rush through this important task – especially this year. The Right...

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 6, 2025. Posted in Agent Value, For Sellers, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key. But some sellers haven’t adjusted to where the market is today. They’re not factoring in that there are more homes for sale or that buyers are being more selective with their budgets. And those sellers are making some costly mistakes.Here’s a quick rundown of the 3 most common missteps sellers are making, and how partnering with an expert agent can help you avoid every single one of them.1. Pricing the Home Too HighAccording to a survey by John Burns Real Estate Consulting (JBREC) and Keeping Current...

What To Do If Your House Didn’t Sell

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on January 25, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Some HighlightsLast year, as many as 1 in 3 sellers took their home off the market because it wasn’t selling.If this happened to you too, you don’t need to be embarrassed. What you need are answers. And a local real estate agent can help with that by seeing if it was priced too high, needs some repairs, or didn’t get the right exposure. If you still want to move, connect with an expert agent to come up with a new strategy. Together, you can get your house sold.?

If Your House’s Price Is Not Compelling, It’s Not Selling

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on January 23, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Home Prices, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

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 fact, Realtor.com says almost 20% of sellers — that’s one in five — have to reduce their price to get their house sold. And you don’t want to be one of them. Here’s why starting too high can lead to trouble, and how to avoid it.Overpricing Pushes Buyers AwayWith mortgage rates and home prices where they are right now, buyers are already stretching...

Mortgage Forbearance: A Helpful Option for Homeowners Facing Challenges

Written by Pompano Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on January 9, 2025. Posted in Agent Value, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Pompano Beach Condo Financing, Pompano Beach Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Let’s face it – life can throw some curveballs. Whether it’s a job loss, unexpected bills, or a natural disaster, financial struggles can happen to anyone. But here’s the good news. If you’re a homeowner feeling the squeeze, there’s a lifeline that many people don’t realize is still available: mortgage forbearance.What Is Mortgage Forbearance?As Bankrate explains:“Mortgage forbearance is an option that allows borrowers to pause or lower their mortgage payments while dealing with a short-term crisis, such as a job loss, illness or other financial setback . . . When you can’t afford to pay...

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