With home prices on the rise and buyer demand strong, some sellers may be tempted to try and sell their homes on their own (FSBO) without using the services of a real estate professional.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/13134943/20180424-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-24 06:30:002018-04-16 13:21:06[:en]Thinking of Selling Your Home? Why You Need A Pro in Your Corner[:es]¿Pensando en vender su casa? porqué necesita un profesional en su esquina[:]
Some homeowners have recently done a “cash out” refinance and have taken a portion of their increased equity from their house. Others have sold their homes and purchased more expensive homes with larger mortgages. At the same time, first-time buyers have become homeowners and now have mortgage payments for the first time.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/11140834/20180419-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-19 06:30:432018-04-12 15:03:53[:en]Is Family Mortgage Debt Out of Control?[:es]¿Está fuera de control la deuda hipotecaria familiar?[:]
It’s no mystery that cost of living varies drastically depending on where you live, so a new study by GOBankingRates set out to find out what minimum salary you would need to make in order to buy a median-priced home in each of the 50 states, and Washington, D.C.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12123347/20180418-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-18 06:30:162018-04-12 14:53:39[:en]How Much Do You Need to Make to Buy a Home in Your State?[:es]¿Cuánto necesita ganar para comprar una casa en su estado?[:]
Over the next five years, home prices are expected to appreciate, on average, by 3.6% per year and to grow by 18.2% cumulatively, according to Pulsenomics’ most recent Home Price Expectation Survey.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/06132721/20180417-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-17 06:30:462018-04-12 14:45:13[:en]Rising Prices Help You Build Your Family’s Wealth[:es]Los precios en aumento ayudan a crear su patrimonio familiar[:]
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12175543/20170413-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-13 06:30:472018-04-13 06:57:25[:en]A Tale of Two Markets [INFOGRAPHIC][:es]Un cuento de dos mercados [infografía][:]
There is no doubt that theprice of a home in most regions of the country is greater now than at any time in history. However, when we look at the cost of a home, it is cheaper to own today than it has been historically.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10163420/20180412-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-12 06:30:272018-04-10 17:00:30[:en]The COST of Your Next Home Will Be LESS Than Your Parents' Home Was[:es]El COSTO de su próxima casa será MENOR que el de la casa de sus padres[:]
Whether you are a buyer searching for your first home, or a homeowner looking to move up to your next home, you should pay attention to where mortgage interest rates are heading.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10160718/20180411-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-11 06:30:462018-04-16 10:28:19[:en]Mortgage Interest Rates Have Begun to Level Off[:es]Las tasas de interés hipotecario han empezado a nivelarse[:]
Why are home prices still rising? It is a simple answer. There are more purchasers in the market right now than there are available homes for them to buy.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/03130402/20180405-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-04-05 06:30:352018-04-04 15:01:53[:en]House Prices: Simply a Matter of Supply & Demand[:es]Los precios de las casas: Simplemente una cuestión de oferta & demanda[:]
Some believe that the combined effects of the new tax code and rising mortgage rates will have an adverse impact on residential real estate prices in 2018. However, the clear majority of recently surveyed housing experts believe that home values will continue to rise this year.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/27144252/20180329-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-29 06:30:482018-03-27 15:40:01[:en]99% of Experts Agree: Home Prices Will Increase[:es]99 % de los expertos están de acuerdo: Los precios de las viviendas aumentarán[:]
The price of any item is determined by the supply of that item, as well as market demand. The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) surveys “over 50,000 real estate practitioners about their expectations for home sales, prices and market conditions” for their monthly REALTORS Confidence Index.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/22165304/20170327-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-27 06:30:442018-03-26 17:53:19[:en]Buyer Demand Still Outpacing the Supply of Homes for Sale[:es]La demanda de los compradores aún continúa superando la oferta de casas para la venta[:]
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/22161307/20170326-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-26 06:30:452018-03-22 16:53:35[:en]5 Reasons Why to Sell This Spring![:es]¡5 razones para vender esta primavera! [:]
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20171121/20180323-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-23 06:30:432018-03-22 15:43:09[:en]20 Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC][:es]20 consejos para preparar su casa para la venta esta primavera [Infografía][:]
Last week, we shared “7 Factors To Consider When Choosing A Home To Retire In.” For some homeowners, these seven factors can be taken into account with a home renovation, but is it worth it to remodel or change floor plans?
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/19140912/20180321-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-21 06:30:302018-03-26 18:13:51[:en]Is a Major Home Renovation Worth It in the Long Run?[:es]¿Vale la pena a largo plazo una renovación importante?[:]
CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report revealed that 675,000 US homeowners regained positive equity in their homes in 2017. This is great news for the country, as 95.1% of all mortgaged properties are now in a positive equity situation.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/19132331/20180320-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-20 06:30:232018-03-20 11:12:47[:en]Are You Aware of How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? You May Be Surprised![:es]¿Sabe usted cuánta plusvalía tiene en su casa? ¡Puede que le sorprenda! [:]
If you are considering selling your current home, to either move up to a larger home or into a home in an area that better suits your current family needs, great news was just revealed.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/12153304/20180315-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-15 06:30:192018-03-12 17:54:43[:en]Moving up Is MORE Affordable Now Than Almost Any Other Time in 40 Years[:es]Mudarse a una casa más grande es MÁS asequible ahora que casi en cualquier otro momento en 40 años[:]
As more and more baby boomers enter retirement age, the question of whether or not to sell their homes and move will become a hot topic. In today’s housing market climate, with low available inventory in the starter and trade-up home categories, it makes sense to evaluate your home’s ability to adapt to your needs in retirement.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/09135718/20180314-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-14 06:30:542018-03-14 18:01:15[:en]7 Factors to Consider When Choosing A Home to Retire In[:es]7 factores que considerar al elegir una casa para jubilarse [:]
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/01120231/20180309-Share-KCM.jpg315600The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-09 06:30:142018-03-14 18:01:59[:en]The Difference an Hour Will Make This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC][:es]La diferencia que una hora hará esta primavera [infografía][:]
A recent report by CoreLogic revealed that U.S. home values appreciated by more than 37% over the last five years. Some are concerned that this is evidence we may be on the verge of another housing “boom & bust” like the one we experienced from 2006-2008.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/06171255/20180308-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-08 06:30:272018-03-07 12:17:07[:en]A New Housing Bubble Forming…Not Before 2024![:es]Una nueva burbuja de la vivienda se está formando… ¡no antes del 2024! [:]
The economists at CoreLogic recently released a special report entitled, Evaluating the Housing Market Since the Great Recession. The goal of the report was to look at economic recovery since the Great Recession of December 2007 through June 2009.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/02164317/20180307-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-07 06:30:222018-03-07 09:58:47[:en]Home Prices: The Difference 5 Years Makes[:es]Los precios de las viviendas: La diferencia que hace 5 años[:]
The number of building permits issued for single-family homes is the best indicator of how many newly built homes will rise over the next few months. According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau and U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Residential Sales Report, the number of these permits were up 7.4% over last year.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/23171857/20180306-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-06 06:30:532018-02-26 16:10:10[:en]Competition is Coming, Are You Thinking of Selling Your Home?[:es]La competencia viene, ¿Está usted pensando en vender su casa?[:]
Just like our clocks this weekend in the majority of the country, the housing market will soon “spring forward!” Similar to tension in a spring, the lack of inventory available for sale in the market right now is what is holding back the market.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/23165456/20180305-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-05 06:30:302018-02-26 16:00:47[:en]Housing Market Expected To "Spring Forward" This Year[:es]Se espera que el mercado de la vivienda de “un paso hacia delante” este año[:]
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/23163616/20180302-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-03-02 06:30:522018-02-26 15:54:06[:en]4 Reasons to Sell This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC][:es]4 razones para vender esta primavera [Infografía][:]
We all realize that the best time to sell anything is when demand for that item is high, and the supply of that item is limited. Two major reports released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) revealed information that suggests that now is a great time to sell your house.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/22144417/20180226-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-02-26 06:30:332018-02-22 17:10:52[:en]Latest NAR Data Shows Now Is a Great Time to Sell![:es]¡Los últimos datos de NAR muestran que ahora es un gran momento para vender! [:]
Mortgage interest rates have already risen by over a quarter of a percentage point in 2018. Many are projecting that rates could increase to 5% by the end of the year.
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/20180811/20180222-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-02-22 06:30:092018-02-21 17:08:47[:en]Mortgage Rates on FIRE! Home Prices Up in Smoke?[:es]¡Las tasas hipotecarias arden! ¿Se esfuman los precios de las casas? [:]
Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive the maximum value for your house?
We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!
https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/30135236/20180220-Share-STM.jpg410750The KCM Crewhttps://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KCMBannerNoWebsiteDarkLarge.pngThe KCM Crew2018-02-20 06:30:392018-01-30 17:52:23[:en]2 Ways to Get the Most Money from The Sale of Your Home[:es]2 maneras para obtener la mayor cantidad de dinero de la venda de su casa [:]
![A Tale of Two Markets [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters](https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12175306/Two-Markets-KCM-ENG.jpg)
![Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters](https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20171053/20180323-Tips-For-Selling-KCM-ENG.jpg)
![The Difference an Hour Will Make This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters](https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/01120202/The-Difference-a-Hour-Makes-KCM.jpg)
![4 Reasons to Sell This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters](https://files.keepingcurrentmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/23163551/4-Reasons-To-Sell-Spring-KCM.jpg)