Archive for July 2021
[SOLD!] FEATURED LISTING: 31015 Pine Lane
31015 Pine Lane Nestled in the towering pines and oaks is a Remarkable Cedar four season 3 bd, 2 ba Cabin (built by Anderson Construction) and a 28 x 24 detached garage. Stroll over to your sandy shared shoreline, boat, fish & swim on Tabor lake enjoying the clear waters. Cabin boasts a spacious screen…
Read MoreWaiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home but wondering if waiting a few years will save you in the long run, think again. The longer the wait, the more you’ll pay, especially when mortgage rates and home prices rise. Even the slightest change in the mortgage rate can have a big impact on…
Read MoreHome Sellers: There Is an Extra Way To Welcome Home Our Veterans
Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Conventional conforming mortgages (mortgages that conform to guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac), accounted for 74% of mortgages obtained by homebuyers in May 2021, an increase from about 65% during 2018 through…
Read More4 Reasons Why the End of Forbearance Will Not Lead to a Wave of Foreclosures
With forbearance plans about to come to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures like what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are four reasons why that won’t happen. 1. There are fewer homeowners in trouble this time After the last housing crash, about 9.3…
Read MoreA Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers
One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply is good news for you. It means your house will get more attention, and…
Read More3 Hot Topics in the Housing Market Right Now
If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) just released its Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate report. Here are three hot topics from the list and how they impact today’s housing market. Technology Acceleration and…
Read MorePop Quiz: Can You Define These Key Terms in Today’s Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights The language of buying and selling a home may sound scary at first, but knowing how key terms relate to today’s market can help you. For example, current low mortgage rates and higher wages positively impact affordability for buyers, while home price appreciation continues to grow home equity, which sellers can use to…
Read More(SOLD) Featured Listing: 25471 Birch Haven Road
25471 Birch Haven Road Level lot, impeccable groomed location ready for building or enjoyment now! Bunkhouse with tuck under storage, 32 x 24 garage with attached 24 x 10 finished family area or sun room, potential sauna and bathroom for your own finishing. Septic installed, driven well point (not hooked up) and electric to all…
Read More[SOLD] FEATURED LISTING: 25490 Birch Haven Road
25490 Birch Haven Road Escape to your secluded Northwoods property! One level 4 season home boasts stylish breezeway, completely furnished, spacious windows, knotty pine doors, satinwood finish bar top island, hickory kitchen cabinets, fashionable laminate flooring, gas fireplace; many 2015 mechanical updates and renovations, including 2018 new garage. Featuring 12 acres of privacy with your…
Read MoreToday’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends
As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Here’s a look at four key components that are shaping this unprecedented market. A Shortage…
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