Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they’re coming down. But then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. And that may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true. The simplest ... » Learn More about What’s Really Happening with Mortgage Rates?
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Bridging the Gaps on the Road to Homeownership
Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color still face unique challenges on the road to owning a home. Working with the right real ... » Learn More about Bridging the Gaps on the Road to Homeownership
DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 07- 2024)
Week of January 29, 2024 in ReviewThe Fed held rates steady, while there were mixed messages from the labor sector andhome prices continued to hit new highs. Read on for these stories and more: - Fed Funds Rate “Likely at Its Peak”- Was January’s Jobs Report Really a Blockbuster?- Slow Start for ... » Learn More about DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 07- 2024)
Why Having Your Own Agent Matters When Buying a New Construction Home
Finding the right home is one of the biggest challenges for potential buyers today. Right now, the supply of homes for sale is still low. But there is a bright spot. Newly built homes make up a larger percent of the total homes available for sale than normal. That’s ... » Learn More about Why Having Your Own Agent Matters When Buying a New Construction Home
Houses Are Still Selling Fast
Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn't as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when houses were selling quicker than ever, they’re still selling faster than normal. The graph below ... » Learn More about Houses Are Still Selling Fast