Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation.1 And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing market has reacted accordingly. Both…
Making the offer You’ve searched until you found the perfect house! Congratulations – you’re ready to “Make A Purchase Offer!” There are several things that you should know before you put your terms in writing and sign it. One of the first things is that what you’re about to do is sign a legally binding…
The buyer’s home inspection – in the buying process The purpose of having an inspection before purchasing a house is to educate the potential buyer about the condition of the property. Getting a buyer’s home inspection is a generally accepted practice in the home buying process. It usually occurs after you’ve fallen in love with…