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New Tampa Home Sales as of October 14, 2019 – Tampa Market Monday

Happy Monday, October 14, 2019 In September 2019, the New Tampa (33647) single-family housing market did not favor sellers or buyers. It was neutral. For Sale Listings fell 9.7% from…

Wesley Chapel Home Sales as of October 7, 2019 – Tampa Market Monday

Happy Monday, October 7, 2019 This week the median list price for Wesley Chapel, FL single-family homes is $329,000 with the market action index hovering around 35. This is less…

Wesley Chapel Home Sales January – August 2019 – Tampa Market Monday

Happy Monday September 30! We typically review Wesley Chapel using a year over year and month over month comparison, but this week we’re going to compare the first 8 months…

Greater Tampa Home Sales as of September 23, 2019 – Tampa Market Monday

Happy Monday, September 23, 2019 In today’s Market Monday, we’ll examine the housing market for all of Greater Tampa (includes the communities in the map below). As you’ll see in…

Hillsborough County Home Sales as of September 16, 2019 – Tampa Market Monday

Happy Monday, September 16, 2019 In August 2019, the Hillsborough County housing market favored Sellers! Homes for Sale fell 4.2% from August 2018 and 1.9% from July 2019. Homes Sold…

Homes Are Selling Quickly [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: The National Association of REALTORS® surveyed their members for the release of their Confidence Index. The REALTORS® Confidence Index is a key indicator of housing market strength based on a monthly survey sent to over 50,000 real ...

3 Reasons This is NOT the 2008 Real Estate Market

Today’s real estate market is nothing like the 2008 market. When an economic slowdown happens, it won’t resemble the last one. No one knows for sure when the next recession will occur. What is known, however, is that the upcoming economic slowdown will not be caused by a housing market crash, as was the case […]

3 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Pro in a Complex Digital World

If you’re searching for a home online, you’re not alone; lots of people are doing it. The question is, are you using all of your available resources, and are you using them wisely? Here’s why the Internet is a great place to start the home-buying process, and the truth on why it should never be […]

Be on the Lookout for Gen Z: The Next Generation of Homebuyers

Gen Zers are the next generation of homeowners, and they’re eager to jump in and buy their first homes. Whether you are part of this generation or any other, it’s never too early to start saving, so you can reach your homeownership goal sooner rather than later. You’ve likely heard a ton about Millennials, but […]

Existing-Home Sales Report Indicates Now Is a Great Time to Sell

Based on the current state of the market, trends are shifting in favor of sellers. If you are going to sell, now may be the time to take advantage of the number of buyers who are searching for their dream home. The best time to sell anything is when demand for that item is high […]

What You Need to Know About the Mortgage Process [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: Many buyers are purchasing homes with down payments as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Your local professionals are here to help you determine how much you can afford, so tak...

You Need More Than a Guide. You Need a Sherpa.

In today’s world, hiring an agent who has a finger on the pulse of the market will make your buying or selling experience an educated one. In a normal housing market, whether you’re buying or selling a home, you need an experienced guide to help you navigate the process. You need someone you can turn […]

Homeownership is the Top Contributor to Your Net Worth

Recently two U.S. Census Bureau researchers released their findings on the biggest determinants of household wealth. What they found may help shape your view on building your family’s net worth. Many people plan to build their net worth by buying CDs or stocks, or just having a savings account. Recently, however, Economist Jonathan Eggleston and […]

What FICO® Score Do You Need to Qualify for a Mortgage?

It’s common knowledge that your FICO® score plays an important role in the homebuying process. However, many buyers have misconceptions regarding what exactly is required to get the loans they need. While a recent announcement from CNBC shares that the average national FICO® score has reached an all-time high of 706, the good news for […]