
As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what's to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Near record-low mortgage rates coupled with rising home price appreciation kicked off a robust housing market in the first half of 2021, but what does the forecast tell us about what's on the horizon?
Many experts are projecting a rise in interest rates. The latest Quarterly Forecast from Freddie Mac

One of the hottest topics of conversation in today's real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you've likely heard that low supply is good news for you. It means your house will get more attention, and likely, more offers. But as life begins to return to normal, you may be wondering if that's something that will change.
While it may be tempting to b...
The guiding values at the core of an organization have a lasting impact on the clients served. Globally, the real estate industry is one of the largest asset classes. The nature of the industry goes beyond a transaction. When assets are at stake, matters of ethics are extremely important.
Selecting an agent to represent you during the process is a big decision. They need to have good moral values that are supported and developed by the company at large.
How can you know that an individual in an organization has the virtuous nature you're counting on? Here are 3 factors to evaluate when choosing a real estate company's ethics:

As more people continue to identify their changing needs this year, some are turning to the upscale housing sector for more space or finer features. In their most recent Luxury Market Report, the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing (ILHM) shares:
"In a snapshot of 2020, despite the devasting effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the luxury real estate market has seen one of its strongest years since 2008. In comparison to experts' predictions in early 2020, it is rema...