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The essential countdown for preparing your home for sale

If you’re planning to sell your property in 2025, this is the perfect time to create a strategy that will ensure you will always have control of the situation and finish with a great selling experience. In real estate, it rarely pays to rush. And this is never more true than for owners who need…
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New home numbers a boost for first-time buyers

America’s real estate market appears set for a fascinating 2025 after new home sales finished strongly in December and pointed to a building confidence among buyers. We had hoped the Federal Reserve would step in to reduce the cash rate by a further 0.25% at the end of last month to ease the mortgage burden…
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Values predicted to rise even if Fed is slow to move

The affordability of housing will be front and center in America’s political conversation this year, as everyone from the President down seeks cheaper interest rates to take pressure off values and rents. The nation’s ability to deliver affordable housing – a common challenge among many western economies – will affect millions of households.  The market…
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Real estate enters political fray with President’s executive order

The political imperative to fix America’s housing shortage – record-high rents, burgeoning interest rates and high home prices – gained the immediate attention of the new President.  On the day he took office, President Trump signed an executive order telling all heads of executive departments and agencies “to deliver emergency price relief, consistent with applicable…
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2025 shaping as a perfect moment for first-time buyers

It’s been a long time since we’ve seen so much optimism in the real estate market, and 2025 looks set to be a year of opportunity for upgraders, first-time buyers and investors. The 2025 market looks promising for a variety of buyers and sellers. While the Fed decided to keep the rate at 4.25% recently,…
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Why you need a profession for a winter home inspections

Buying a home is a major investment, no matter the season. But as temperatures drop and snow starts to fall, commissioning a professional home inspection becomes even more critical.  While a charming exterior covered in a blanket of snow might look idyllic, hidden issues can lurk beneath the surface. A professional home inspection will be…
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Upgrade Your Living Space for 2025

The new year is a time for fresh starts and new resolutions.  This year, resolve to upgrade your home with smart technology that enhances comfort, security, and efficiency. Welcome the future of living with innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate into your lifestyle. Imagine a home where your voice or smartphone controls everything. With smart home…
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Planning your ideal space for the New Year

The New Year often brings a wave of fresh starts and renewed aspirations.  For many, this includes reimagining their living spaces and setting their sights on a new home that truly reflects their evolving needs and desires.  Whether you’re envisioning a cozy cottage, a modern condo, or a sprawling family estate, defining your ideal space…
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Understanding the appraisal process: A guide for sellers

Selling your home is a significant financial decision, and the appraisal process plays a crucial role in determining its value.  Understanding this process can help sellers prepare and ensure a smoother transaction. This article provides valuable insights into the appraisal process, its impact on your home sale, and key factors that influence property valuation. Sellers …
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Future of home ownership in America

Against a background of promises by President-elect Trump to lower prices, America’s real estate market may prove to be a challenge. Mortgage rates remain at 20-year highs while buyers face record-high home prices. The Federal Reserve’s rate cuts have been implemented but this has yet to affect the housing market or mortgages.  Retail rates still…
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