Blog - Deb Hitchcock-Gale

The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 26, 2023

There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers. It’s true that rates climbed dramatically ...

What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 25, 2023

The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring. You may be wondering ...

The Power of Pre-Approval

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 24, 2023

If you’re buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge. With so few homes on the market right now, plus ...

Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 21, 2023

Some HighlightsSince inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home.Energy prices have increased over ...

What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 20, 2023

If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you ...

Falling out of Love with Your House? It May Be Time To Move.

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 19, 2023

Owning a home means having a place that’s solely your own and provides the space, features, and location you and your loved ones need. But ...

5 Reasons Millennials Are Buying Homes

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 18, 2023

In the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you’re part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren’t ...

Think Twice Before Waiting for Lower Home Prices

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 17, 2023

As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, ...

Home Inspections for Sellers: What You Need To Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 14, 2023

Want To Sell Your House This Spring? Price It Right.

By Deb Hitchcock Gale | Apr 13, 2023

Over the last year, the housing market’s gone through significant change. While it’s still a sellers’ market, homes that are priced right are selling, and ...