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    Dreaming of a Bigger Home? Why Not Buy It This Year?

    By Steven Padernacht | June 3, 2021

    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 needs have simply changed, it’s a great time to sell your house and move up. Why? With mortgage rates in their... Read More

    What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?

    By Steven Padernacht | June 2, 2021

    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 to reconsider what homeownership means and what they find most valuable in their living spaces. According to the 2020 Annual National Movers... Read More

    6 Reasons to Celebrate National Homeownership Month

    By Steven Padernacht | June 1, 2021

    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 moments of a global pandemic. Today, 65.6% of Americans call their homes their own, a rate that has risen to its highest point in 8... Read More

    We Remember, Today and Always

    By Steven Padernacht | May 31, 2021

    We remember and honor those who gave all. Read More

    Homes Across the Country Are Selling Fast [INFOGRAPHIC]

    By Steven Padernacht | May 28, 2021

    Some Highlights In today’s whirlwind real estate market, houses are selling at astonishing speed – from sea to shining sea. Four years ago, the average house spent 39 days on the market. Two years ago, homes were on the market for about 24 days. Today, that number has dropped to just 17 short days. If you’re... Read More

    How Misunderstandings about Affordability Could Cost You

    By Steven Padernacht | May 27, 2021

    There’s a lot of discussion about affordability as home prices continue to appreciate rapidly. Even though the most recent index on affordability from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows homes are more affordable today than the historical average, some still have concerns about whether or not it’s truly affordable to buy a home right now. When addressing... Read More

    Buying a Home Is Still Affordable

    By Steven Padernacht | May 26, 2021

    The last year has put emphasis on the importance of one’s home. As a result, some renters are making the jump into homeownership while some homeowners are re-evaluating their current house and considering a move to one that better fits their current lifestyle. Understanding how housing affordability works and the main market factors that impact... Read More

    Where Do Experts Say the Housing Market Is Heading?

    By Steven Padernacht | May 25, 2021

    As we enter the middle of 2021, many are wondering if we’ll see big changes in the housing market during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key factors that will drive the industry and the economy forward in the months to come. realtor.com “.... Read More

    3 Things To Prioritize When Selling Your House

    By Steven Padernacht | May 24, 2021

    Today’s housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities. High buyer demand paired with record-low housing inventory is creating the ultimate sellers’ market, which means it’s a fantastic time to sell your house. However, that doesn’t mean sellers are guaranteed success no matter what. There are still some key things to know so you can avoid costly mistakes and... Read More

    Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

    By Steven Padernacht | May 21, 2021

    Some Highlights For the eighth year in a row, real estate maintained its position as the preferred long-term investment among Americans. Real estate has been gaining ground against stocks, gold, and savings accounts over the last 11 years and now stands at its highest rating in survey history. Let’s connect if you’re ready to make real estate your best investment this... Read More