Blog - Deb Hitchcock-Gale

Why You Shouldn’t Fear Today’s Foreclosure Headlines

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 25, 2023

If you’ve seen recent headlines about foreclosures surging in the housing market, you’re certainly not alone. There’s no doubt, the stories in the media can ...

The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 24, 2023

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 ...

Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 23, 2023

Last year, the housing market slowed down in response to higher mortgage rates, and that had an impact on home prices. If you’re thinking of ...

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 20, 2023

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house, recent headlines about home prices falling month-over-month may have you second guessing your decision—but perspective matters. ...

Have Home Values Hit Bottom?

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 18, 2023

Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers. ...

Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 17, 2023

Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the ...

What Past Recessions Tell Us About the Housing Market

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 16, 2023

It doesn’t matter if you’re someone who closely follows the economy or not, chances are you’ve heard whispers of an upcoming recession. Economic conditions are ...

Key Terms To Know When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 13, 2023

Some Highlights Buying a home is a major transaction that can seem even more complex when you don’t understand the terms used throughout the process. ...

Is It Time To Sell Your Second Home?

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Jan 12, 2023

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, ...