There’s nothing quite like a brand-new home. New construction means the house is turnkey ready, with fresh paint and carpets, new appliances, and never-been-used showers. Buying a new build is exciting. Buyers get to choose the upgrades and finishes to put a personal stamp on the space. But do you need a real estate agent […]
The 5 Hottest Real Estate Markets in 2022
Spring is almost here, and the market is heating up! All indications point to another fruitful year in markets across the country. But these locations are poised to see the most significant sales yet. We’re breaking down the five hottest real estate markets for 2022, according to a Realtor.com analysis. What the 5 Hottest Real […]
5 States Facing Low Housing Inventory in 2022
The American housing market was already struggling with low housing inventory before the pandemic hit in 2020. But labor shortages, an exodus out of the cities and into suburbs, and lower interest rates during the pandemic meant more buyers and even fewer homes. One report found a 23% drop in available homes in June 2021, […]
How the Supply Chain Problems Impact Real Estate
The housing market went a bit bonkers in 2021. By mid-summer, housing inventory was at an all-time low, prices were surging, and homes were under contract within a matter of hours. It’s been a great market for sellers and sellers’ agents, but buyers have had more difficulty. The lack of housing – particularly affordable housing […]