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Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • If you’re planning on selling your house in 2020, these are the top renovations that will give you the highest Return on your Investment.
  • Regardless of how long you’re planning on staying in your current home, it’s smart to be aware of which home renovations add the most value.
  • The exterior of a house is the first thing buyers see when searching for a home. Upgrading your roof or siding will ensure your home leaves a great first impression!
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Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • Choosing the right real estate professional is one of the most impactful decisions you can make in your home buying or selling process.
  • A real estate professional can explain current market conditions and break down what they will mean to you and your family.
  • If you’re considering buying or selling a home in 2020, make sure to work with someone who has the experience to answer all of your questions about pricing, contracts, and negotiations.
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Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • Interest rates will be lower than they have been since before 1980 at 3.8% and are projected to remain steady throughout 2020!
  • According to CoreLogic, home prices will appreciate at a rate of 5.4% over the course of the year.
  • Experts predict that the number of homes sold next year will be equal to or outpace 2019.
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Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter

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Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter | Simplifying The Market

Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights

  • Winter is a great time to list a house, since inventory is traditionally low, and most sellers are holding off until spring to put their homes on the market.
  • Waiting for warmer weather when more competition is on the market will only put your house up against many more choices for buyers.
  • Get your house ready to sell now with quick and easy fixes that make a big impact.

 

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Millennials Are on the Move as First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Is Your First Home Now Within Your Grasp? [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying the Market

Is Your First Home Now Within Your Grasp? [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying the Market

Some Highlights:

  • According to NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, the median age of all first-time homebuyers is 32.
  • With more millennials entering a homebuying phase of life, they are driving a large portion of the buyer appetite in the market, keeping buyer activity strong.
  • More and more “old millennials” (ages 25-36) are realizing that homeownership is now within their grasp, and they’re actively dominating the first-time homebuyer market!

Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • Existing Home Sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.46 million.
  • The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6 months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply.
  • Inventory remains low due to high demand from buyers who are still looking for a house to buy!

The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

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The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • With interest rates around 3.66%, now is a great time to look back at where they’ve been over the past few decades. Comparatively, they’re pretty low!
  • According to Freddie Mac, rates are projected to increase to 3.9% by this time next year.
  • The impact your interest rate has on your monthly mortgage payment is significant. An increase of just $20 dollars in your monthly payment can add up to $240 per year and $7,200 over the life of your loan.
  • Maybe it’s time to lock in now, while rates are still historically low.

 

The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

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The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • Historically, the choice between renting and buying a home has been a tough decision.
  • Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (27.7%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (17.5%), the choice is clear.
  • Every market is different. Before you renew your lease, find out if you can put your housing costs to work by buying a home this year.

VA Home Loans by the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC]

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VA Home Loans by the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

VA Home Loans by the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights:

  • The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million veterans and 2 million active duty service members to help them achieve the dream of homeownership.
  • In 2018, $161 billion was loaned to veterans and their families through the program.
  • In the same year, the average loan amount was $264,197 and 610,513 loans were guaranteed.