For Buyers

March 12, 2019

What’s Going On with Bidding Wars?

In a strong seller’s market, like the one we have experienced over the past few years, bidding wars are common and expected. This makes sense! A seller’s market is defined as a market in which the inventory of homes for sale cannot satisfy the number of buyers who want …

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March 11, 2019

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 …

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March 8, 2019

5 Reasons Homeownership Makes 'Cents'

The American Dream of homeownership is alive and well. Before you sign another lease, let’s get together to help you better understand all your options.


Rick Andrews, Owner/Broker
Century 21 Black Bear Realty
O: 706-896-8633
C: 828-557-9139

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March 7, 2019

Why an Economic Slowdown Will NOT Crush Real Estate this Time

Last week, the National Association for Business Economics released their February 2019 Economic Policy Survey. The survey revealed that a majority of the panel believe an economic slowdown is in the near future: “While only 10% of panelists expect a recession in 2019, 42% say a recession will …

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March 6, 2019

2 Reports That Say Now Is a Great Time to Sell

Heading into the spring buying market, there are strong trends starting to emerge.

The inventory of homes for sale has increased on a year-over-year basis for eight months in a row. Home price appreciation has continued to grow, although at a slower rate. The homeownership rate has reached …

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March 5, 2019

The Housing Market Will “Spring Forward” This Year!

Just like our clocks this weekend, in the majority of the country, the housing market will soon “spring forward!” Similar to tension in a spring, the lack of inventory available for sale has been holding back the market.

Many potential sellers believe that waiting until Spring is in …

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Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers
March 4, 2019

Tips For Getting Your House Ready For Sale

If you want to sell your home soon, it's worth putting in the work now. Let's get together to chat and start the process!


Rick Andrews, Owner/Broker
Century 21 Black Bear Realty
O: 706-896-8633
C: 828-557-9139

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Feb. 27, 2019

Interest Rates Hit New 12 Month Low!

According to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at their lowest for 2019. Rates like these haven’t been seen since February 2018!

Last week’s survey results reported an interest rate of 4.35%. This is a welcome change …

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Feb. 26, 2019

What are the Benefits of Becoming a Homeowner?

Every family has a list of important dates. We celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, pet adoptions…and the list goes on. For 64.4 percent of households in the United States, this list includes the day they became a homeowner for the first time!

Why is this date important? Homeownership is not …

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Feb. 25, 2019

The Cost of Buying a Home - A 50-Year Flashback

The interest rate you secure when buying your home impacts more than just your monthly mortgage payment. The higher the rate, the more money you will pay for your home over the course of your loan. Let's get together to discuss how to get you in your dream home …

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