Real estate news, tips, advice and market date from your favorite Bismarck and Mandan Real Estate Agent and REALTOR®
Roofing: Repair or Replace?
Deciding whether to repair or replace roofing is largely an exercise in timing -- you don't want to reroof too soon and waste money, but you don't want to wait too long either.
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
Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance
To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. Inventory is still historically low band buyers are back. So, if a house has been sitting on the market for a while, that’s a sign it may not be hitting the mark for potential buyers. But here’s the thing. Right now, homes that are updated and priced at market value are still selling fast, sometimes with multiple offers!
What You Should Know About Closing Costs
Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closing costs are and how much you should budget for.
Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash
67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But there’s good news. Current data shows today’s market is nothing like it was before the housing crash in 2008.
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.
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.
Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.
There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next.
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.
The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability
If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability are projected to improve this year.