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Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years

Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years. Today, home prices are appreciating. When we hear prices are going up, it’s normal to think a home will cost more as the trend continues. The way the housing market is positioned today, however, low mortgage rates are actually making homes more affordable, even as…

The Heuser Team·
August 13, 2020 10:07 pm·
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How Is Remote Work Changing Homebuyer Needs?

How Is Remote Work Changing Homebuyer Needs? With more companies figuring out how to efficiently and effectively enable their employees to work remotely (and for longer than most of us initially expected), homeowners throughout the country are re-evaluating their needs. Do I still need to live close to my company’s office building? Do I need a…

The Heuser Team·
August 7, 2020 4:04 pm·
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Today’s Buyers Are Serious about Purchasing a Home

Today’s Buyers Are Serious about Purchasing a Home Today’s homebuyers are not just talking about their plans, they’re actively engaged in the buying process – and they’re serious about it. A recent report by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) indicates: “…. Of American adults considering a future home purchase in the second quarter of 2020, about half (49%) are…

The Heuser Team·
August 4, 2020 4:33 pm·
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Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home

Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home In June, the number of first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes sold, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “The share of first-time buyers increased in March through June—right into the heart of the…

The Heuser Team·
July 30, 2020 6:26 pm·
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Three of the Latest Reports Show Housing Market Is Strong

Three of the Latest Reports Show Housing Market Is Strong The residential real estate market is remaining resilient as the country still struggles to beat the COVID-19 pandemic. Three separate reports recently revealed how the housing market is still showing growth. Here’s a look at each one. 1. Ivy Zelman’s Real Estate Broker Survey The survey…

The Heuser Team·
July 27, 2020 5:23 pm·
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Home Sales Hit a Record-Setting Rebound

Home Sales Hit a Record-Setting Rebound With a worldwide health crisis that drove a pause in the economy this year, the housing market was greatly impacted. Many have been eagerly awaiting some bright signs of a recovery. Based on the latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), June hit a much-anticipated record-setting rebound to…

The Heuser Team·
July 24, 2020 3:41 pm·
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A Remarkable Recovery for the Housing Market

A Remarkable Recovery for the Housing Market For months now the vast majority of Americans have been asking the same question: When will the economy turn around? Many experts have been saying the housing market will lead the way to a recovery, and today we’re seeing signs of that coming to light. With record-low mortgage rates driving high demand…

The Heuser Team·
July 21, 2020 4:04 pm·
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Does Your Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For?

Does Your Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For? There’s great opportunity for today’s homeowners to sell their houses and make a move, yet due to the impact of the ongoing health crisis, some sellers are taking their time coming back to the market. According to Javier Vivas, Director of Economic Research at realtor.com: “Sellers continue returning to the market…

The Heuser Team·
July 17, 2020 3:39 pm·
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Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows for Three Consecutive Weeks

Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows for Three Consecutive Weeks Over the past several weeks, Freddie Mac has reported the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropping to record lows, all the way down to 3.03%. Last week’s reported rate reached the lowest point in the history of the survey, which dates back to 1971 (See graph below): What does this…

The Heuser Team·
July 15, 2020 5:23 pm·
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Not All Agents Are Created Equal

Not All Agents Are Created Equal In today’s fast-paced world where answers are just a Google search away, there are some who may question the benefits of hiring a real estate professional when selling a house. The reality is, the addition of more information can lead to more confusion. A real estate agent can be…

The Heuser Team·
July 10, 2020 3:59 pm·
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Best Time to Sell? When Competition Is at an All-Time Low

In a recent survey of home sellers by Qualtrics, 87% of respondents said they were concerned their home won’t sell because of the pandemic and resulting economic recession. Of the respondents, 51% said they are “seriously worried.” That concern seems reasonable considering the current condition of the economy. The data, however, is showing that home purchasers are still…

The Heuser Team·
July 8, 2020 3:42 pm·
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What Are Experts Saying About the Rest of 2020?

What Are Experts Saying About the Rest of 2020? One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these days is: What’s going to happen to the housing market in the second half of the year? Based on recent data on the economy, unemployment, real estate, and more, many economists are revising their forecasts for the remainder of…

The Heuser Team·
June 29, 2020 5:15 pm·
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What Are the Experts Saying About Future Home Prices?

What Are the Experts Saying About Future Home Prices? A worldwide pandemic and an economic recession have had a tremendous effect on the nation. The uncertainty brought about by both has made predicting consumer behavior nearly impossible. For that reason, forecasting home prices has become extremely difficult. Normally, there’s a simple formula to determine the…

The Heuser Team·
June 24, 2020 10:05 pm·
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Homebuyers Are in the Mood to Buy Today

Homebuyers Are in the Mood to Buy Today According to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage interest rates have fallen to historically low levels this spring and they’re projected to remain low. This means there’s a huge incentive for buyers who are ready to purchase. And homeowners looking for eager buyers can take advantage of this…

The Heuser Team·
June 22, 2020 11:17 pm·
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Are You Ready for the Summer Housing Market?

Are You Ready for the Summer Housing Market? As the health crisis started making its way throughout our country earlier this spring, sellers have been cautious about putting their homes on the market. This hesitation stemmed primarily from fear of the spread of the coronavirus, and understandably so. This abundant caution has greatly impacted the…

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June 15, 2020 4:10 pm·
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2014 End of Year Real Estate Market Data

Below is the year ending data for the Las Vegas area housing market. This is a summary of the entire metro area. The great news is that distressed home sales are way down showing that our housing marketing is getting back to normal. Prices are up year over year and so is inventory. As I

January 19, 2015

Great News for Renters Who Want to Buy a Home

Rents in the United States have been skyrocketing since 2012. This has caused many renters to face a tremendous burden when juggling their housing expenses and the desire to save for a down payment at the same time. The recent stabilization of rental prices provides a great opportunity for renters to save more of their

February 7, 2020

Many homebuyers ask how a mortgage lender makes money

Over the years many homeowners in Las Vegas area have asked me about how mortgage lenders make money, so I took so time to explain the basics as it is not very clear to many first-time homebuyers or even seasoned homebuyers that have bought many homes or refinanced multiple times. In the mortgage business there is money made on

July 29, 2014

4 Reasons to Buy a Home in the Spring

Spring has sprung, and it’s a great time to buy a home! Here are four reasons to consider buying today instead of waiting. 1. Prices Will Continue to Rise CoreLogic’s latest U.S. Home Price Insights reports that home prices have appreciated by 4.4% over the last 12 months. The same report predicts that prices will continue to

March 12, 2019

National Geographic at Venetian in Las Vegas: 50 famous photographs on display!

National Geographic at Venetian in Las Vegas Living in Las Vegas is definitely NEVER DULL! There is always something interesting happening around every corner and the new exhibit at the Venetian is one that I have my fingers crossed I will be able to see. National Geographic is up next, following Da Vinci- The Genius that was

July 29, 2014

Three Ways Low Inventory Is a Win for Sellers

Three Ways Low Inventory Is a Win for Sellers The number of houses for sale today is significantly lower than the high buyer activity in the current housing market. According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “There is no shortage of hopeful, potential buyers, but inventory is historically low.” When the demand for homes is

October 31, 2020

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