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Housing Market

The Fed’s rate cuts could have unintended consequences for the housing market

This article first appeared on CNN. Over the past couple of years, the US economy has wrung out inflation like dirty mop water from just about every sector — except for the housing market, which remains paralyzed by high prices and chronically low supply. But the action that could help solve America’s home affordability crisis […]
Consumer Guide

Consumer Guide to Written Buyer Agreements

This post appeared first appeared on nar. realtor. If you’re a homebuyer working with an agent who is a REALTOR®, it means you are working with a professional ethically obligated to work in your best interest. As of August 17, 2024, you will be asked to sign a written buyer agreement after you’ve chosen the professional […]
Housing Market

Virginia Housing Market Q1 Recap: What You Need to Know

This post was first published on coldwellbankerelite.com Now that we’re solidly into the spring months and warmer weather, it’s a great time to look back at how the overall market has fared in the first three months of 2023. Whether you’re ready to jump into the market in the coming months as a buyer or […]
Single Family

Are Single Family Homes Getting Smaller?

This post was first published on Virginia Realtors Buyer preferences have shifted over the last decade as low inventory and high rates continue to affect the market. One of those preferences is home size, as the “McMansions” that were popular in the last decade have taken a backseat to smaller more affordable homes in […]
Housing Market

The Fed’s rate cuts could have unintended consequences for the housing market

This article first appeared on CNN. Over the past couple of years, the US economy has wrung out inflation like dirty mop water from just about every sector — except for the housing market, which remains paralyzed by high prices and chronically low supply. But the action that could help solve America’s home affordability crisis […]
Consumer Guide

Consumer Guide to Written Buyer Agreements

This post appeared first appeared on nar. realtor. If you’re a homebuyer working with an agent who is a REALTOR®, it means you are working with a professional ethically obligated to work in your best interest. As of August 17, 2024, you will be asked to sign a written buyer agreement after you’ve chosen the professional […]