Avoiding the Extremes
For many, this has been a year of mounting uncertainty and anxiety. With a presidential election in a few months, conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and major social issues on the ballot—among many other factors—it’s understandable to feel uneasy about the future. But it’s best not to let those fears guide our decision-making. After all,…
Read MoreNavigating a Challenging Real Estate Market
The global economy is still working its way through many of the challenges created by COVID policies, and residential real estate is one area where a lot of people are feeling the squeeze. Between rising interest rates, higher prices, and reduced inventory, the market is presenting plenty of unique challenges for buyers and homeowners alike.…
Read MoreThe Challenge of Our Current Housing Market
If you’ve considered buying a home in the past year, you’ve undoubtedly discovered that the housing market is in a less-than-ideal state, to put it mildly. Prices are up, interest rates are high, and many families are being priced out of the market for homes they might have easily purchased just a few years ago.…
Read MoreTake Out Equity, Take On Debt
Real estate is of vital importance for a majority of Americans. According to a study by the Federal Reserve from August of 2020, real estate makes up more than half of Americans’ net worth. Considering that the median home price is up 16.2% since then, it’s safe to assume that an even larger percentage of…
Read MoreShould I Refinance My Mortgage?
Our team of financial advisors collaborates with many local specialists in the markets we serve. I asked one of those specialists, Scott Cummings of Fairway Independent Mortgage, to provide a guest blog post regarding the recent drop in interest rates and the buzz around mortgage refinancing. Feel free to share Scott’s content with friends and…
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