First Time Home Buyers

Nov. 30, 2022

Why There Won’t Be a Flood of Foreclosures Coming to the Housing Market

With the rapid shift that’s happened in the housing market this year, some people are raising concerns that we’re destined for a repeat of the crash we saw in 2008. But in truth, there are many key differences between what’s happening today and the bubble in the early 2000s.

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Oct. 26, 2022

3 Graphs Showing Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Like 2008

With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking this is a housing bubble. It’s only natural for those thoughts to creep in that make you think it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. …

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Oct. 19, 2022

The Latest on Supply and Demand in Housing

Over the past two years, the substantial imbalance of low housing supply and high buyer demand pushed home sales and buyer competition to new heights. But this year, things are shifting as supply and demand reach an inflection point.

The graph below helps tell the story of just …

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Oct. 14, 2022

Perspective Matters When Selling Your House Today

Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning your plans to sell your house? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s still a sellers’ market even during …

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Oct. 11, 2022

What Are Experts Saying About the Fall Housing Market?

The housing market is rapidly changing from the peak frenzy it saw over the past two years. That means you probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling this fall.

To help you make a confident decision, lean on the …

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Oct. 10, 2022

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know.

As you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely top of mind. But you may still have questions about the process, including how much to save and where to start.

If that sounds like you, your down payment could be more in …

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Sept. 30, 2022

Monthly Featured Homes For September

 

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A MAJOR UPDATED CABIN IN THE MOUNTAINS OF NORTH CAROLINA! RECENTLY UPDATED! This cabin offers an open floor plan, living room with a vented fireplace & 2 sets of glass sliding doors to a …

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Sept. 15, 2022

3 Seller Disclosures You Need To Know

The various seller disclosures for both Georgia and North Carolina.

 

What are the must-have disclosures if you're buying or selling in the mountains of North Carolina or North Georgia? My name is Rick Andrews. I'm with Century 21 BlackBerry Realty, and today we're going to take …

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Aug. 30, 2022

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?

One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a …

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Aug. 29, 2022

What Does a Recession Mean for the Housing Market?

Some Highlights

  • If you’re wondering what a potential recession could mean for the housing market, here’s what history tells us.
  • In four of the last six recessions, home prices actually appreciated, only falling during the early 90s and the housing crash in 2008. Mortgage rates, …
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