What It Takes to Lower Prices

You may be wondering if home prices are going to crash. And believe it or not, some people might even be hoping this happens so they can finally purchase a more affordable home. But experts agree that's not what's in the cards – and here's why.

4 Easy-Peasy Must-Do’s for Homeowners in December

December. The year's coming to an end. It's time to do four small tasks for a bright (and money-saving) new year: Quick-and-easy tasks that’ll brighten up your interior.

#1 Clean Light Bulbs and Fixtures

Two great reasons to clean your light bulbs: You want as much light in your house as you can get as the days grow shorter, and you'll save money.

Wipe bulbs with a cloth dampened by a mix of 1 ounce of dish soap, one-quarter cup of white vinegar, and three cups of water

#2 Evaluate Homeowner's Insurance

The holidays. You love them, but they do seem to eat up more cash than other times of year.

Why not get a home insurance checkup? Call your agent to go over the type of coverage you have, how much you really need, and how you can lower your premiums before your next monthly installment.

#3 Pack a Home Emergency Kit

The last thing you want during the holidays is for an emergency to chill your family's cheer. Prepare for power outages and weather-related emergencies with an easy-to-find emergency kit.

Some items to include are bottled water, a hand-crank radio, a flashlight, batteries, a portable charger for your phone, warm blankets, and of course, a first-aid kit to patch up any boo-boos. 

#4 Buy Holiday Lights (After Dec. 25)

It's tough to think about next Christmas when you're still stuffed from a holiday dinner with all the trimmings. But think you must if you want to save on next year's holiday.

From Dec. 26 through year's end, big-box stores try to clear the shelves of all that glitters. bathroom, deep clean floors and surfaces, so you can do lighter cleaning as the holidays get closer.

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A Professional Equity Assessment Report (PEAR) is a custom evaluation of your home’s cash value. It's not just knowing what your home is currently worth. Essentially, It's what you can walk away with and put toward a new home. 

This is a powerful tool to help you make confident decisions in your home selling process.

What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores  

Bottom Line

Data shows 7 out of 10 prospective homebuyers don’t know the minimum credit score required by lenders or that it varies by lender and loan type. According to Experian, the range is anywhere from 500 to 700 for the minimum credit score. That means you don’t need perfect credit to buy a home. Your credit score is important – but that doesn’t mean it needs to be perfect. Work with a lender to learn more about home loan options that may work for you.

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Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes 

Bottom Line:

There’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true. Experts agree the share of homes bought by investors is declining – and most are smaller investors, like your neighbor who owns a second home, not Wall Street. No matter what you’ve heard, the majority of homes are still being purchased by everyday homebuyers like you – not big investors. Let’s connect if you have questions.

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