Real estate news, tips, advice and market date from your favorite Bismarck and Mandan Real Estate Agent and REALTOR®
How to Enhance Your Life and Home With Lighting
Your home's interior lights want to help you have fun, feel better, and save energy. Will you let them? It used to be we'd walk into a room and flip on the light switch, maybe slide the dimmer up or down a bit to change the brightness. But that's so old school. Instead…
The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now
The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply
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.
Home Price Data Shows Slower Annual Gain
According to the latest S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Index, home prices continue to slow, though they remain 7.7 percent above year-before levels.
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.
Is It Time To Sell Your Second Home?
Did you bought a second home that you no longer use? If you’re now shifting back into the office or are seeing your priorities and needs change, you may find you’re not utilizing your second home as much. If so, it may be time to sell it.
Mortgage Rates Are Dropping. What Does That Mean for You?
Mortgage rates are likely to fluctuate depending on what happens with inflation moving forward, but they have dropped slightly in recent weeks. If you are thinking about buying a home in Bismarck or Mandan in 2023, it may be time to contact a lender
How to Fix Common Wall and Floor Problems
Doing small repairs before you list your home for sale is always a good idea. Here are some tips for easy repairs.
Moving To Bismarck, North Dakota? Here Is What the Weather Will Bring
If you are moving to Bismarck North Dakota or central North Dakota here is a breakdown of what to expect for each season.
Taking the Fear out of Saving for a Home
If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound scary at first. But it doesn’t have to be. One way to take the fear out of budgeting is understanding some of the costs you might encounter.
Pre-Approval Is a Critical First Step on Your Homebuying Journey
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, one of the first steps on your journey is getting pre-approved. Especially in today’s market when mortgage rates are higher than they were just a few months ago, getting a mortgage pre-approval can be a game changer. Here’s why.