Posted on Nov 24, 2021
It’s time to buy your home: what are the first steps you need to take? Though some steps - like finding an agent, or finding a home - might be obvious, many first-time homebuyers are unfamiliar with the loan pre-approval process. The loan pre-approval is an important part of the home buying p...
Posted on Nov 23, 2021
Realtor commissions remain a contentious part of real estate. Homeowners often wonder whether their agent truly did enough work to justify the expense. How do Realtor commissions work, and are the fees justified? Here’s what you need to know. Average Realtor Commission: What Percentage Do Most Rea...
Posted on Nov 17, 2021
Welcome to the city of brotherly love: thousands of people move to Philadelphia every year from around the country for job opportunities, a fresh start, or simply out of a deep love for the city’s iconic cheesesteaks. If you’re moving to Philadelphia this year, there are a lot of t’s to cross and i...
Posted on Nov 10, 2021
According to data released by Zillow, U.S. home prices rose 13.2% over the past year. Fewer homes going on the market paired with more people looking for homes led to bidding wars and skyrocketing home prices across the country. Not surprisingly, many people are wondering: will home prices dr...
Posted on Nov 09, 2021
Florida is known for its beaches, relaxed way of life, and balmy weather. But what many people might not realize is that this state should be known for its affordability, too. Tampa sits on Florida’s western coast next to the Gulf of Mexico, and despite being a vacation destination and all-around cu...
Posted on Nov 02, 2021
The housing market today is incredibly competitive. Move-in ready homes that have the updates and amenities people want are often getting snapped up in a single day - and receiving multiple offers over asking price. Not surprisingly, some homebuyers are unwilling - or unable - to play that game.&nbs...
Posted on Oct 26, 2021
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are almost 11 million independent contractors in the U.S., representing about 7% of the labor force. If you’re self-employed, you may be wondering how this impacts your ability to buy a home. Getting approved for a mortgage, after all, require...
Posted on Oct 21, 2021
DC is not known for affordable housing these days. As DC-based buyer agent Anita Mutumba explains in 7 Things You Should Know Before Buying a House in DC: "The most unique thing about the DC housing market is the pricing and the competitiveness.” Considering the city's current median sale price...
Posted on Oct 18, 2021
Compass is now the third-largest brokerage in America by sales volume, and it’s currently operating in major cities including Philadelphia, Washington DC, Tampa, and plenty more across the country. Both Compass and Houwzer promise to revolutionize the real estate industry using technology-backed so...