Owning a Home Has Distinct Financial Benefits Over Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]
Owning a Home Has Distinct Financial Benefits Over Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]
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When you rent, you build your landlord’s wealth, your monthly payment depends on ever-rising rents, and you don’t benefit from ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 30, 2021 in Buying a Home
Housing Wealth: The Missing Piece of the Affordability Equation
Housing Wealth: The Missing Piece of the Affordability Equation
The real estate market is soaring today. Residential home values are rising, and that’s a big win for homeowners. In 2020, there was a double-digit increase in home values ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 29, 2021 in General
Don’t Wait To Sell Your House
Don’t Wait To Sell Your House
We’re in the ultimate sellers’ market right now. If you’re a homeowner thinking about selling, you have a huge advantage in today’s housing market. High buyer demand paired with very few ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 28, 2021 in Selling Your Home
5 Questions to Ask When Selling Your Home
When selling your home, it’s important to ask the right questions. Making sure everyone is on the same page throughout the home selling process is key to getting your home ready for the sale.
What is the typical time frame for ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 28, 2021 in Selling Your Home
Hope Is on the Horizon for Today’s Housing Shortage
Hope Is on the Horizon for Today’s Housing Shortage
The major challenge in today’s housing market is that there are more buyers looking to purchase than there are homes available to buy. Simply put, supply can’t keep up with ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 27, 2021 in General
The Right Expert Will Guide You Through This Unprecedented Market
The Right Expert Will Guide You Through This Unprecedented Market
In a normal market, it’s good to have an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home. That person can advise you on important things ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 25, 2021 in General
Your Guide to A Budget DIY Kitchen Remodel
The kitchen is the heart of any home. It’s where people gather to create recipes, eat meals, and share stories. Cramped, outdated kitchens can put a damper on creating those happy memories. If you’re considering remodeling your ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 25, 2021 in General
The Upgrades You Should Make Before Selling Your Home
Sometimes a home can sell with very few changes, and other times, owners will need to put in some major work to get their place off the market. While investing in some upgrades is not a guarantee to sell your home, these fixes are what potential ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 21, 2021 in Selling Your Home
Have Your Day in the Sun by Moving Up This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]
Have Your Day in the Sun by Moving Up This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]
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Longer days and sunny weather mean summer is upon us, and what better conditions than right now to upgrade to the home of your dreams?
If your needs ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 20, 2021 in General
Why This Is Not Like 2008 Again
Why This Is Not Like 2008 Again
During the Great Recession, just over a decade ago, the financial systems the world depended on started to collapse. It created a panic that drove some large companies out of business (ex. Lehman Brothers) and many ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 19, 2021 in General
Home Price Appreciation Is as Simple as Supply and Demand
Home Price Appreciation Is as Simple as Supply and Demand
Home price appreciation continues to accelerate. Today, prices are driven by the simple concept of supply and demand. Pricing of any item is determined by how many items are available ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 18, 2021 in General
Upgrade Your Home for Little Money
For many, the thought of home improvements can bring about worry. Between costly and lengthy projects, updates can often seem like they’re not worth the hassle. But not to fear! These relatively easy home upgrades are cost effective and can ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 18, 2021 in General
In Today’s Market, Listing Prices Are Like an Auction’s Reserve Price
In Today’s Market, Listing Prices Are Like an Auction’s Reserve Price
For generations, the process of buying and selling a home never really changed. A homeowner would try to estimate the market value of their house, then tack on a ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 17, 2021 in Market Update
Why You May Want To Cash in on Your Second Home
Why You May Want To Cash in on Your Second Home
When stay-at-home mandates were enforced last year, many households realized their homes didn’t really fulfill their new lifestyle needs. An office (in some cases two), a media room, space for ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 16, 2021 in Buying a Home
Simple Tips to Revamp Your Bedroom on a Budget
Has your bedroom stayed the same the entire time you’ve lived in your home? Does your bedroom fail to match your personality? Or does your bedroom simply lack the relaxing atmosphere you crave? If you’re in need of a change, follow ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 16, 2021 in General
Top Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Top Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
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June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home.
If you’re thinking of buying a home, it might just help you ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 15, 2021 in Buying a Home
Dreaming of a Bigger Home? Why Not Buy It This Year?
Dreaming of a Bigger Home? Why Not Buy It This Year?
Are you clamoring for extra rooms or a more functional floorplan in your house? Maybe it’s time to make a move. If you’ll be able to work remotely for the long-term or your overall ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 14, 2021 in Buying a Home
Selling Your Home to an Investor
From small towns to major metropolitan areas, real estate investors drive the market for everything from condominiums to single family homes to multi-family homes like duplexes, triplexes, and quads. You may have a negative image of real estate ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 14, 2021 in Selling Your Home
What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?
What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?
This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons. The health crisis has truly reshaped our lifestyles and our needs. Spending so much more time in our current homes has driven many people ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 13, 2021 in What's happening
6 Reasons to Celebrate National Homeownership Month
6 Reasons to Celebrate National Homeownership Month
Our homes are so much more than the houses we live in. For many, they’ve also become our workplaces, schools for our children, and safe harbors in which we’ve weathered the toughest ...
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Posted by Tracy Tang on June 12, 2021 in General