Real estate news, tips, advice and market date from your favorite Bismarck and Mandan Real Estate Agent and REALTOR®
Millennial Buyers Plan For Smaller Down Payments
Sixty-two percent of millennial home buyers say they're planning to put less than 20 percent down on the house they eventually buy.
Is It A Good Time To Buy?
A new survey of Americans found an uptick in the number who say now is a good time to sell a house. What do you think?
Mortgage Payments Have Gotten More Affordable
Median mortgage payments fell at the end of last year, dropping to $1,920 month-over-month, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Will The Market Favor Buyers Or Sellers In 2023?
A new analysis says home buyers will see improving conditions as the year goes on, with inventory gains creating more buyers' markets across the country.
The Top Reasons for Selling Your House
If you’re a homeowner in that position, remember that mortgage rates aren’t the only thing to consider when making a move. Your mortgage rate is important, but there are plenty of reasons you may still need or want to move.
Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023
The housing market has gone through a lot of change recently, and much of that was a result of how quickly mortgage rates rose last year. Last fall buyers hesitated and took a break from the market. Now, as we move through 2023, there are signs things are finally going to pick up.
Should You Rent Your House or Sell It?
If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental(STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years.
Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market
As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling. But what are buyers doing now?
How to Avoid Mortgage Mistakes
Once you know where the mortgage loan problems are, you can easily get around them. Mortgages don't have to be scary. After all, they're just business transactions, albeit big ones. Here are six ways to avoid mortgage mistakes.
Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.
In a more moderate market, how you price your house will make a big difference to not only your bottom line, but to how quickly your house could sell. And the reality is, homes priced right are still selling in today’s market.
Prioritizing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer in Today’s Market
It’s important to be mindful of what’s a necessity and what’s a nice-to-have when searching for a home. And the best way to understand this is to put together a list of desired features for your home search.
Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know
One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you.