What is the future of business offices?

If there is one trend that has grown exponentially during the pandemic, it would be the astounding increase in the American workforce working from home. As a result of this, many companies have shifted their approach to their business. More and more companies have even announced that the shift to a remote working environment will… Continue reading What is the future of business offices?

Mortgage rates hit another record low in 2020!

In a year that has seen the demand for real estate soar, resulting in higher prices, low mortgage rates have been the saving grace for buyers. This week, mortgage rates just dropped to their 14th record low for the year to 2.71%! While this is only a slight decrease from last week’s 2.72%, it still… Continue reading Mortgage rates hit another record low in 2020!

Curb appeal may be more important than ever in real estate

Whether your are driving by a house for sale or viewing a house online, the exterior front is more than likely the first image you see. Even with online listings, the exterior front image of a property is more times than not the featured photo. Nonetheless, curb appeal has always been a critical factor in… Continue reading Curb appeal may be more important than ever in real estate

The best winter for real estate ever?

It is no secret that the real estate market has defied a pandemic-driven recession and high unemployment. With this said, could we be on pace for the best winter in history for real estate? According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors, this winter may be one of the best ever… Continue reading The best winter for real estate ever?

A trend towards multi-generational housing?

Cultural and financial concerns have long been common reasons for families to opt for multi-generational housing. However, now more and more people are considering this option as a way to keep aging parents out of senior living facilities due to pandemic concerns. The National Association of Realtors®’ 2020 Profile of Home Buyer and Sellers found… Continue reading A trend towards multi-generational housing?

Current and future real estate market trends

To say that 2020 has been a year of surprises would be quite the understatement! Looking back on the year, the economy was soaring at record levels for the months of January and February. Then enters a worldwide pandemic, followed by nationwide lockdowns during March, April, & May. In what seemed like the switch of… Continue reading Current and future real estate market trends