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Aug. 22, 2024

At Last - Mortgage Rates are Moving in the Right Direction!

At Last - Mortgage Rates are Moving in the Right Direction!

Here's some good news for buyers and sellers alike!

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has ticked down this week to the lowest level for 15 months - since May 2023!

And with the widespread expectation of a fall in Federal Reserve interest rates next month, the stage is set ...

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July 31, 2024

Reflecting on the Real Estate Year to Date in Iron County

The above and below graphs, kindly provided by our friends at Inwest Title, provide an ample demonstration of some of the key real estate trends we've seen in Iron County during the first half of 2024.

While they took a small dip in June, there's been an upward ...

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July 16, 2024

Are You Prepared for Monsoon Season?

Are You Prepared for Monsoon Season?

Monsoon season is almost upon us, so it makes sense to be as prepared as you possibly can be.

Clean drains and gutters - It's really important to ensure you have efficient drainage that moves rainwater away from the structure of your home and prevents localized flooding/water build-up, so ...

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June 19, 2024

Why is More Iron County Inventory Better for Home Sellers Too?

Why is More Iron County Inventory Better for Home Sellers Too?

The conventional wisdom in real estate is that a bigger inventory of available homes for sale means more competition between sellers, with potentially lower returns as a direct result.

The above graph shows that more homes have been coming onto the Iron County market for some months. However, right now ...

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May 22, 2024

Waiting for Mortgage Rates to Fall?? - Don't Hold Your Breath!

 Waiting for Mortgage Rates to Fall? - Don't Hold Your Breath!

Congratulations if you bought your home when mortgage rates were 5% or below. What's happened to rates since that time has only served to prove what a shrewd move that was.

Some would-be home sellers are still sitting on the fence, waiting for those times to return. The truth ...

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April 12, 2024

How is the Spring Real Estate Market Shaping Up in Iron County?

How is the Spring Real Estate Market Shaping Up in Iron County?

The above statement from the National Association of REALTORS® chief economist demonstrates that, across the nation, there is still an affordability issue for buyers.

Lawrence Yun says that recent inflationary pressures are likely to mean slightly higher mortgage interest rates in the upcoming weeks.

It's very important to stress ...

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March 20, 2024

Preparing Your Home for Sale in Spring

Preparing Your Home for Sale in Spring

It's now officially Spring, which means warmer weather on the way and with it comes the prospect of more home buyers and increased sales levels.

And whether you're planning to list your home soon or not, now is a great time to prepare your home for the coming ...

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Feb. 29, 2024

Great Reasons to List Your Home Right Now

Great Reasons to List Your Home Right Now

If you've been on the fence about when to list your home, there are some compelling reasons to do so right now.

  • As we head into March, it's still relatively early in the real estate year and there are some real opportunities for sellers.
  • Inventory of available homes ...
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Feb. 13, 2024

The Huge Advantages of Self-Storage Units

The Huge Advantages of Self-Storage Units

**3 months FREE storage?** 
Contact Jared if interested in details when listing a home for sale.

Self-storage units offer big advantages whether you're planning to move or just make life at home more comfortable and secure.

Selling your home - Homes will usually sell quicker when your rooms aren ...

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Jan. 19, 2024

Looking Forward to This Year's Housing Market with Optimism

Looking Forward to This Year's Housing Market with Optimism

 

Numbers and statistics paint a picture. Sometimes they show a reality we neither like or expect, but they don't lie.

The graphs here, provided by InWest Title, show similar fluctuations and trends.

We started 2023 with mortgage interest rates at around 6%. In the first quarter they dropped ...

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