• What Mortgage Rate Are You Waiting For?

    What Mortgage Rate Are You Waiting For?,kcm crew

    You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen in 2024, according to Freddie Mac (see … Continue reading "What Mortgage Rate Are You Waiting For?"

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  • How Growing Inventory Benefits Today's Buyers

    How Growing Inventory Benefits Today's Buyers,kcm crew

    Some Highlights While the number of homes for sale varies by local area, nationally we’re up over 36% year-over-year, but still down almost 29% compared to what’s normal.​ Here’s what that means when you buy: more options for your search, more negotiation power for you, it’s more likely sellers will make select repairs, and more … Continue reading "How Growing Inventory Benefits Today's Buyers"

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  • Today’s Biggest Housing Market Myths

    Today’s Biggest Housing Market Myths,kcm crew

    Have you ever heard the phrase: don’t believe everything you hear? That’s especially true if you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in today’s housing market. There’s a lot of misinformation out there. And right now, making sure you have someone you can go to for trustworthy information is extra important. If you partner … Continue reading "Today’s Biggest Housing Market Myths"

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  • The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House

    The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House,kcm crew

    In today’s housing market, many sellers are making a critical mistake: overpricing their houses. This common error can lead to a home sitting on the market for a long time without any offers. And when that happens, the homeowner may have to drop their asking price to try to re-ignite buyer interest. Data from Realtor.com … Continue reading "The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House"

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  • How To Choose a Great Local Real Estate Agent

    How To Choose a Great Local Real Estate Agent,kcm crew

    Selecting the right real estate agent can make a world of difference when buying or selling a home. But how do you find the best one? Here are some tips to help you make that big decision as you determine your partner in the process. Check Their Reputation Start by gathering information about agents in … Continue reading "How To Choose a Great Local Real Estate Agent"

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  • How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Homebuying Power

    How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Homebuying Power,kcm crew

    If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ve probably got mortgage rates on your mind. That’s because you’ve likely heard that mortgage rates impact how much you can afford in your monthly mortgage payment, and you want to factor that into your planning. Here’s what you need to know. What’s Happening with Mortgage … Continue reading "How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Homebuying Power"

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  • 3 Reasons To Move in Today’s Shifting Market

    3 Reasons To Move in Today’s Shifting Market,kcm crew

    Some Highlights The housing market is in a transition. And that gives you 3 key opportunities going into the fall. There are more homes actively for sale. Builders are motivated to sell, so a newly built home may be more achievable than you think. And mortgage rates have come down from their recent peak. If … Continue reading "3 Reasons To Move in Today’s Shifting Market"

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  • What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a House?

    What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a House?,kcm crew

    When you’re thinking about buying a home, your credit score is one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle. Think of it like your financial report card that lenders look at when trying to figure out if you qualify, and which home loan will work best for you. As the Mortgage Report says: “Good credit … Continue reading "What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a House?"

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  • The Great Wealth Transfer: A New Era of Opportunity

    The Great Wealth Transfer: A New Era of Opportunity,kcm crew

    In recent years, there’s been a significant shift in how wealth is distributed among generations. It’s called the Great Wealth Transfer. Historically, the transfer of wealth from one generation to the next was a more gradual process, often limited to smaller amounts of inheritance or family savings. But today, the scale has increased in a … Continue reading "The Great Wealth Transfer: A New Era of Opportunity"

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  • Is Affordability Starting To Improve?

    Is Affordability Starting To Improve?,kcm crew

    Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says: “Housing … Continue reading "Is Affordability Starting To Improve?"

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  • Are There More Homes for Sale Where You Live?

    Are There More Homes for Sale Where You Live?,kcm crew

    One of the biggest bright spots in today’s housing market is how much the supply of homes for sale has grown since the beginning of this year.  Recent data from Realtor.com shows that nationally, there are 36.6% more homes actively for sale now compared to the same time last year. That’s a significant improvement. It … Continue reading "Are There More Homes for Sale Where You Live?"

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  • Home Inspections For Sellers: How To Prepare

    Home Inspections For Sellers: How To Prepare,kcm crew

    Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house, it’s important to know what the home inspection is and what inspectors look for. As supply grows and buyers regain negotiation power, you may find you want to do some select repairs with a good return on investment before listing to get ahead of things a … Continue reading "Home Inspections For Sellers: How To Prepare"

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  • Where Will You Go After You Sell?

    Where Will You Go After You Sell?,kcm crew

    If you’re planning to sell your house and move, you probably know there’s been a shortage of options available. But here’s the good news: the supply of homes for sale has grown in a lot of markets this year – and that’s not just existing, or previously-owned, homes. It’s true for newly built homes too. … Continue reading "Where Will You Go After You Sell?"

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  • Mortgage Rates Down a Full Percent from Recent High

    Mortgage Rates Down a Full Percent from Recent High,kcm crew

    Mortgage rates have been one of the hottest topics in the housing market lately because of their impact on affordability. And if you’re someone who’s looking to make a move, you’ve probably been waiting eagerly for rates to come down for that very reason. Well, if the past few weeks are any indication, you may … Continue reading "Mortgage Rates Down a Full Percent from Recent High"

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  • Helpful Negotiation Tactics for Today’s Housing Market

    Helpful Negotiation Tactics for Today’s Housing Market,kcm crew

    If you haven’t already heard, homebuyers are regaining some negotiating power in today’s market. And while that doesn’t make this a buyer’s market, it does mean buyers may be able to ask for a little more. So, sellers need to be ready for that possibility and know what they’re willing to negotiate. Whether you’re looking … Continue reading "Helpful Negotiation Tactics for Today’s Housing Market"

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  • What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Equity

    What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Equity,kcm crew

    Curious about selling your home? Understanding how much equity you have is the first step to unlocking what you can afford when you move. And since home prices rose so much over the past few years, most people have much more equity than they may realize. Here’s a deeper look at what you need to … Continue reading "What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Equity"

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  • 3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash

    3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash,kcm crew

    Some Highlights Back in 2008, there was an oversupply of homes for sale. Today, there’s an undersupply. The three main sources of inventory show this isn’t like the last time. Existing homes, new homes, and foreclosures are all way below the levels we saw during the housing crash. Inventory data shows there just aren’t enough … Continue reading "3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash"

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  • Tyler Miller Team August 2024 Newsletter

    Tyler Miller Team August 2024 Newsletter,Tyler Miller
  • Why the Sandwich Generation Is Buying Multi-Generational Homes

    Why the Sandwich Generation Is Buying Multi-Generational Homes,kcm crew

    Are you a part of the Sandwich Generation? According to Realtor.com, that’s a name for the roughly one in six Americans who take care of their children and their parents or grandparents at the same time. If that sounds familiar to you, juggling all the responsibilities involved certainly must have its challenges. But it turns … Continue reading "Why the Sandwich Generation Is Buying Multi-Generational Homes"

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  • Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?

    Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?,kcm crew

    Figuring out what to do with your house when you’re ready to move can be a big decision. Should you sell it and use the money for your next adventure, or keep it as a rental to build long-term wealth? It’s a question many homeowners face, and the answer isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re curious … Continue reading "Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?"

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