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The Sights & Treats of Autumn

Fall is in full swing and I've lined up a handful of local farms around New York City for you to enjoy all the season has to offer. Who doesn't love apple picking and pumpkin patches? Take advantage of the changing leaves and crisp air outside! Check out my list…

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Four Things That Help Determine Your Mortgage Rate

Of course, you want to secure the lowest interest rate possible for your home loan. Over the last couple of years, that was easier to do as the housing market saw record-low mortgage rates. If you’re looking for ways to combat today’s higher rates and lock in the lowest one you can, here are a few factors to focus on…

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What Are Experts Saying About the Fall Housing Market?

The housing market is rapidly changing from the peak frenzy it saw over the past two years. That means you probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling this fall. Here are a few things experts are saying about the fall housing market…

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Should I Sell My House This Year?

There’s no denying the housing market is undergoing a shift this season as buyer demand slows and the number of homes for sale grows. But that shift actually gives you some unique benefits when you sell. Here’s a look at the key opportunities you have if you list your house this fall…

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What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market?

A recent survey from the Wall Street Journal reveals that 49% of economists believe we’ll see a recession in the next 12 months. That’s up from 12% a year ago. As more recession talk fills the air, many people are asking:

Should I delay my homeownership plans if there’s a recession?

You shouldn’t be afraid of what a recession would mean for the housing market today. To show you why, here are two key points that summarize what happened in real estate during previous recessions…

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What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?

One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a clear picture…

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What Does an Economic Slowdown Mean for the Housing Market?

According to a recent survey, more and more Americans are concerned about a possible recession. Those concerns were validated when the Federal Reserve met and confirmed they were strongly committed to bringing down inflation. And, in order to do so, they’d use their tools and influence to slow down the economy.

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Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to buy a home? Should I make a move this year? To help answer those questions, let’s turn to the experts for projections on what the second half of the year holds for residential real estate.

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A Window of Opportunity for Homebuyers

Mortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As a result, the market is seeing a shift back toward the range of pre-pandemic levels for buyer demand and home sales.

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