Halloween is behind us, which means it’s only a matter of days before every shop you enter blasts Mariah Carey on repeat. Looking for an escape? Check out these five reasons you should house hunt during the holiday season.
SHOULD YOU BUY A HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS?
The holiday season is the busiest time of year. Days are filled with entertaining guests, family parties, and shopping for gifts. For many, the thought of buying a house during the holidays seems like a cumbersome task to add to the already long to-do list. But, before you shy away from holiday house hunting, here are a few reasons why it might be the perfect time to purchase a home.
SHOULD YOU BUY AT THE END OF 2021?
If you’re on the fence about buying property at the end of 2021, you might be surprised to learn that it’s not such a bad idea. 2021 was an incredible year for the housing industry, as far as sellers are concerned. Homes sold at record speeds and prices, while interest rates dipped to some of the lowest numbers in history. As things start to slow down, it’s natural to wonder “what’s next?”
Time to Buy – Waiting to Purchase a House Could Cost You
Purchasing property is a huge investment, and you want to make sure you’re making the right decision. When deciding whether to buy a house now or to wait a year or two, there are two main things to consider: Will home values be higher in a year? Will mortgage rates be higher in a year? With the way the real estate market is trending, now might really be the perfect time to buy that Hawaiian dream house you’ve been dreaming of!
What’s an e-Pro® Real Estate Certification, and Why Is It a Big Deal?
The world is evolving. The term “real estate agent” used to mean someone who would sift through mountains of paperwork and thousands of pages (like, real pages made of paper) to find the perfect homes for their clients. Now that everything is online, agents need to learn to keep up with the ever-evolving technology of the industry.
When you’re looking for a real estate professional to work with, make sure whoever you choose is able to utilize the newest technology to buy or sell quickly and efficiently. That’s where an e-Pro® certification comes in.
The Easy Guide to Virtual Home Tours
In the era of social distancing and hand sanitizer, waltzing through someone else’s house, touching all their things isn’t really cool anymore. If you’re in the market for a new home, you have to find some other way to tour it. Luckily, modern technology means we don’t have to leave the house for anything anymore, even home tours!
Ready to buy a house COIVD-style? Here’s how to make the most of virtual home tours.
5 Features You Should Think About When Buying a Hawaiian Home
Is It a Good Time to Buy a House in Hawaii?
With most places still under strict travel restrictions—including the Big Island—many people are wondering if this is still a good time to buy property. On one hand, interest rates are at an all-time low. On the other, nobody seems to be buying houses right now. So, even if you lock in an incredible interest rate, is it a safe investment, and can you even still buy property during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Buying a House During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected seemingly every aspect of our lives. Now, “going out” means sitting in your back yard, and “heading to the movies” means browsing Netflix from your couch. But after you’ve finished with all your home projects (or have gotten sick of your house entirely), you might be feeling like it’s time to start working toward your dream of moving to Hawaii. But is that even still a possibility? Of course it is!
Don’t Buy or Sell a House Without an Agent
I know, you can learn how to do anything online without ever having to leave your robe or fuzzy slippers, including buying and selling a house. It might be tempting to take on the process yourself to avoid commission fees, but with hundreds of thousands of dollars on the line, wouldn’t you like some experience on your side?
A real estate agent will have your back and make sure that you don’t make any mistakes with what is quite possibly the largest purchase you’ll ever make. So, don’t think of them as commission fees; think of them as commission guarantees! Here’s why you should never buy or sell without an agent on your side.