Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021 Real Estate saw double digit appreciation in home values. Mortgage Interest Rates on a 30 year fixed rate reached the lowest level in December 2020 at 2.68% with the annual average rate of 3.11% according to Freddie Mac and 2021 averaged of 2.96%. Rates bounced above and below 3% during this time. Federal Reserve Chairman Powel … [Read more...]
2021 Remarkable Year For Real Estate In The Greater Phoenix Metro Market
2021 Remarkable Year For Real Estate in the Greater Phoenix Metro Market! 2021 Saw the Highest Sales Volume in our history according to ARMLS Statistics. (Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service) Despite being in the second year of the pandemic our real estate market continued to set records! ARMLS STAT: 2021 in Review. 2021 Remarkable Year For Real Estate "We began 2021 in the throes of a … [Read more...]
Greater Metro Phoenix Real Estate Market News|Equity Growth
The Average U.S Homeowner Gained $56,700 In Equity Growth Over The Past Year (Statistics through 3rd Quarter of 2021 Arizona Home Owners Gained Even More Equity Growth Of $92,000. Only California, Washington, and Hawaii had larger gains. Home Equity Is The Difference Between The Current Value Your Home Minus Your Mortgage(s) Debt. For Example, Your Mortgage Debt is $300,000 and The Home Is … [Read more...]
Greater Phoenix Metro Area Real Estate Market News
“I’m a greater believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it,” Thomas Jefferson Years ago, until I was in the market to buy my first home I was not paying attention to real estate prices, inventory or interest rates. Once I became an active buyer I was very aware of what was happening in my local market. Shortly after I bought my first home I became a real estate … [Read more...]
Mortgage Loan Limits Increase for 2021
Mortgage Loan Limits for FHA, Conventional and VA Loans Increase for 2021 "Quick update..., we got word that FHA loan limits increased for 2021! Great news for all of... clients with champagne taste and beer budgets! They can now use FHA financing, with a minimum of 3.5% down, to purchase a home for $381,347! (Maricopa and Pinal Counties Arizona Max Mortgage Limit $368,000) Whoo hoo!!! A … [Read more...]
Move-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?
The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home. According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing so—and 66% would consider moving if they no longer had to commute as often. Some of the top reasons … [Read more...]
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain? While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in recent years, … [Read more...]
Take Advantage of Your Home Equity: A Homeowner’s Guide
Home ownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeownership have less crime and more civic engagement. Additionally, studies show that homeowners are happier and healthier than renters, and their children do better in school.1 But one of the biggest … [Read more...]
2020 Outlook: Real Estate Market Forecast
We’re in the midst of the longest economic expansion in U.S. history, and economists think there’s still room to grow. A recent survey by the National Association for Business Economics found that experts believe the U.S. economy will remain positive throughout 2020.1 Still, given that recessions are a natural (and necessary) part of a business cycle, we know this period of growth will … [Read more...]
Mortgage Limits Increase For 2020!
Here is a quick update on the official Mortgage Limits changes for 2020! "Conventional – new limits for all loans delivered after 1/1/2020 will be $510,400 (whoo hoo!!!) This means First time home buyers using (3% down payment) can buy at a maximum purchase price of $526,185 5% down Owner Occupant Buyers can buy at a maximum purchase price of $537,263 FHA made their official announcement and … [Read more...]
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