Mr. Lister Blog

Even though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean today’s market is at a standstill. In actuality, buyer traffic is still strong today.

Even as some companies transition back into the office, remote work remains a popular choice for many professionals. So, if you currently enjoy working from home or hope to be able to soon, you’re not alone.

So, you’ve finally decided that renting is in essence flushing a couple thousand dollars a month down the toilet. You’re ready to make that big step to buying a home, or are you? Well, we suggest being fully PreQualified and completely comfortable with the numbers prior to beginning your search for a home. As we’ve said, over and over, the last thing you want to do is find the perfect house before you’ve been PreQualified. The purpose of this blog is to give a kind of guide to what to look for, who to talk to, and what to do in general when getting PreQualified to buy a home (especially your first one).

One of the biggest challenges in the housing market right now is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy them. To help emphasize just how limited housing inventory still is, let’s take a look at the latest information on active listings, or homes for sale in a given month, as it compares to more normal levels.

The answer to that question is unequivocally YES! When you decide that you want to buy a home, what do you believe are the two most important things to consider? That’s easy, who are you going to use as your REALTOR® and who will help you with your loan.

Do you want to sell your house, but hesitate because you’re worried you won’t be able to find your next home in today’s market? You’re not alone, but there’s some good news that may ease your worries. New home construction is up and is becoming an increasingly significant part of the housing inventory.

There’s an age-old question when it comes to selling your home: Can I do it myself or should I hire an agent to do it for me? Agents are expensive, but the statistics say that you are leaving lots of money on the table if you try and take on this monumental task by yourself.

You might be worried we’re heading for a housing crash, but there are many reasons why this housing market isn’t like the one we saw in 2008. One of which is how lending standards are different today. Here’s a look at the data to help prove it.

A seller shouldn’t just list their home without doing some thinking and planning first. The better the home appears to potential Buyers, the better chance the seller will have in selling the home for as much money as possible. Below we have put together a checklist of things we suggest every seller should think about prior to Listing their home for sale.

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you should know your credit score’s a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a home loan. Lenders review your credit to assess your ability to make payments on time, to pay back debts, and more. It’s also a factor that helps determine your mortgage rate.