Radon is an odorless, tasteless, and colorless gas that is the #1 cause of Lung Cancer in the United States. Any home can have a Radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, as well as homes with or without basements. The University of Georgia Extension Office ... Continue Reading » about January National Radon Awareness Month
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Interest Rates January 2024
Let's dive into one of my absolute favorite subjects – interest rates! So, guess what? They've been on a slow and steady decline since the end of the third quarter in 2023, making their way down from 8% to a more comfortable 6.75% today. I wanted to share the cool graphic below that illustrates how ... Continue Reading » about Interest Rates January 2024
Market Update
I wanted to share some awesome insights from my business coach, Brian Buffini, and the Chief Economist of the National Association of Realtors, Lawrence Yun. They gave a webinar on the state of the real estate market on Monday, December 11, and it's full of valuable info. You might remember me ... Continue Reading » about Market Update
How Old is Too Old to Get a Mortgage?
There's no such thing as "too old" when it comes to getting a mortgage! The real key is your ability to handle the monthly payments, not your age. I've been in closings where someone almost 90 was signing paperwork for a 30-year mortgage – and they were doing great! Now, I might not expect an invite ... Continue Reading » about How Old is Too Old to Get a Mortgage?
How Much Do You Need to Buy a Home?
Have you ever wondered how much money you need to buy a home? When it comes to getting a mortgage, there are a few things to know. First off, each type of mortgage has its own minimum down payment requirement, and we've got the details for you below. But here's some good news – there are ... Continue Reading » about How Much Do You Need to Buy a Home?
The State of the Real Estate Market Today
November 1st the Fed decided once again to refrain from increasing its benchmark rate. This was one of the many factors that started the dramatic interest rate decline in early November. Then on November 14th the October inflation reading for all Urban Consumers dropped from 3.7% to 3.2%. We ended ... Continue Reading » about The State of the Real Estate Market Today