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Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Oct 11, 20241 min read

Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities

Buying beats renting in these top cities based on a recent study in 22 of the top 50 metros

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How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market

Desiree Savory

Sep 6, 20243 min read

How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market

Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). The overwhelming expectation is that they’ll cut the Federal...

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How do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Jul 15, 20241 min read

How do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?

Are you wondering if the upcoming election will have an impact on the housing market? Here’s what history tells us you need to know.

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How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?

Jo Ann S. Stevens

May 23, 20242 min read

How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?

Here's the scoop on what's really happening. A lot of the big investor activity is actually in the rearview mirror already.

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Jo Ann S. Stevens

May 15, 20247 min read

A Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Garden

If you’re ready to be a plant parent, this guide will help you start your own grassroots movement.

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Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Apr 23, 20242 min read

Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?

If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down. Get Information here

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2024 Housing Market in Texas. Where People Move

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Mar 12, 20241 min read

2024 Housing Market in Texas. Where People Move

Let's take a look at some of the housing markets in Texas in 2024 to help you navigate your journey.

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Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Mar 12, 20242 min read

Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market

Let us look at why there won't be a recession that tanks the housing market.

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Jo Ann S. Stevens

Feb 3, 20241 min read

How to deep clean and prep for spring

Spring is Tue, Mar 19, 2024 – Thu, Jun 20, 2024. Here are 4 easy tasks to help with getting ready for Spring! Click Here to read the...

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3 Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Jan 20, 20242 min read

3 Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability

Over the past year, a lot of people have been talking about housing affordability and how tight it’s gotten. But just recently, there’s...

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Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Oct 11, 20232 min read

Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?

During the pandemic, many people distanced themselves from their loved ones for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away from...

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Are You a Homebuyer Worried About Climate Risks?

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Oct 7, 20232 min read

Are You a Homebuyer Worried About Climate Risks?

The increasing effects of natural disasters are leading to new obstacles in residential real estate. As a recent article from CoreLogic...

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Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Sep 6, 20232 min read

Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future

Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to...

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Equity Is a Game Changer for Homeowners Looking To Sell

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Aug 18, 20232 min read

Equity Is a Game Changer for Homeowners Looking To Sell

With today’s affordability challenges, that equity can be a game changer when you move. Here’s why.

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Jo Ann S. Stevens

Jun 1, 20232 min read

The True Value of Homeownership

Buying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging. And with June being...

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Why Buyers Need an Expert Agent by Their Side

Jo Ann S. Stevens

May 23, 20232 min read

Why Buyers Need an Expert Agent by Their Side

The process of buying a home can feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances. But today's market is still anything but...

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April 2023 - Houston Real Estate Statistics

Jo Ann S. Stevens

May 22, 20232 min read

April 2023 - Houston Real Estate Statistics

Review the details of the April 2023 Market Report Here April Monthly Market Comparison April marked the 13th straight month of negative...

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Homeowners Have Incredible Equity To Leverage Right Now

Jo Ann S. Stevens

May 15, 20232 min read

Homeowners Have Incredible Equity To Leverage Right Now

Even though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. But what is equity?...

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Jo Ann S. Stevens

Mar 20, 20232 min read

What’s Ahead for Home Prices in 2023

Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and that this could...

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The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jo Ann S. Stevens

Feb 20, 20231 min read

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights The biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who...

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