The U.S. housing market is somewhat frozen. With a significant number of existing owners locked in mortgages below 6%, most communities have a significant shortage of listings. However, there are optimistic signs the market will thaw. Inflation has been slowing. If the
Buckle up, everyone; 2024 will be another year of change. For a short season last year, our market softened for buyers. If their finances could handle the higher interest rate, they were discerning, carefully selecting, and negotiating a win-win deal with sellers
As you talk with your RE/MAX Alliance agent about listing your home, preparing your home for the next buyer is crucial. Your paint colors will significantly impact the selling process and your success! Unveiling the Paint Trends According to Fixr’s Paint &
With a fresh new year, you may have the goal to buy, upgrade, or invest in a property. Of course, “when will interest rates drop?” remains the #1 question for most buyers. As we explained in our previous blog, last year we
So you’re moving in the winter and that may present some challenges, however, situations arise and so we must rise to the task. If you are moving across the country you will have a larger undertaking than if you are moving 5
Colorado will deliver a winter wonderland for the months ahead. Despite the challenges of shoveling and navigating through snowy roads (which we busy real estate agents know all too well), we can’t deny the sheer joy snow brings to our kids and
As we bid farewell to the holidays and embrace a brand new year, it’s a perfect opportunity to update your home’s organizing (and finally eliminate those piles). But, figuring out effective storage solutions can be daunting. Even if, during the pandemic, you
As we kick off the new year, having more fun should be a goal! With jam-packed schedules and tighter wallets for travel, we Coloradans are truly lucky to have incredible destinations right in our own backyard (or just a short drive down
Honestly, 2023 hasn’t been our favorite year, either. With mortgage rates remaining stubbornly high throughout the year, our buyers and sellers had to change their mindsets and expectations and be ready to pivot. Having the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage back to 7.0% in
Last week was a wonderful surprise as mortgage rates experienced a substantial drop. After tipping over 8% just a few weeks ago, the average top-tier 30-year fixed mortgage rate had fallen below 7.3% by Friday. For the savvy homebuyer still on the