Jennifer Vogel

When searching for a home, you don’t want to skip over new builds as an option. Right now, there are more newly built homes to choose from than there would normally be in the market. And those added choices come with some pretty incredible benefits. Talking to your agent is the best way to see if this type of home makes sense for you.Here’s a quick rundown of some things your agent will walk you Continue Reading about Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons

Some HighlightsA study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.​Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and grow your net worth as home values rise. While renting may be the less expensive option in some markets, it can’t match the long-term Continue Reading about Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your home?Home prices have risen dramatically over the past five years — far more than usual. And if selling has been on your mind, this could mean a bigger-than-expected payday when you list. So, how much has your home’s Continue Reading about Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?

Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget? Or maybe you already own a home but could use some extra income or a designated space for aging loved ones. Either way, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) could be the smart solution you’ve been looking for in today’s market.What Is an ADU?According to Fannie Mae, an ADU is a small, separate living space that’s on the same lot as a Continue Reading about Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

Are you trying to buy a home but you feel like you’re up against deep-pocketed Wall Street investors snatching up everything in sight? Many people believe mega investors are driving up prices and buying up all the homes for sale, and that’s making it hard for regular buyers like you to compete.But here’s the truth. Investor purchases are actually on the decline, and the big players aren’t nearly Continue Reading about Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?

Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen? According to the latest forecasts, experts say rates will decline, but not by as much as a lot of people want.The good news? Even if they don’t drop substantially, there are still ways to make buying a home more affordable.How Much Will Rates Drop?A few months ago, experts were forecasting Continue Reading about How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates

For the past few years, it’s been mostly a seller’s market. But dynamics are shifting as the number of homes for sale grows. And that means that the market is balancing out a bit. As a result, some sellers are finding they need to be more flexible to close a deal. One strategy that can help? Offering concessions.As the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains:“As home inventory begins to Continue Reading about Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold

After years of suburban and rural migration during the pandemic, cities have been making a comeback in the past couple of years. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the percentage of people moving to cities has risen to 16%. While that may not sound like a big number to you, it is the highest level in a decade – and that’s a big deal (see graph below):And data from BrightMLS Continue Reading about The Return to Urban Living — Why More People Are Moving Back to Cities