There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a repeat of what we saw back in 2008. Here’s a look at the latest expert projections to show you why that isn’t going to happen. According to Jacob Channel, Senior Economist at LendingTree, the [...]
If you’re a homeowner, you might be torn on whether or not to sell your house right now. Maybe that’s because you don’t want to take on a higher mortgage rate on your next home. If that’s your biggest hurdle, understanding your equity may be exactly what you need to help you feel more comfortable making your move. What Equity [...]
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you probably want to know what’s really happening with home prices, mortgage rates, housing supply, and more. That’s not an easy task considering how sensationalized headlines are today. Jay Thompson, Real Estate Industry Consultant, explains: “Housing market headlines are everywhere. Many are quite sensational, ending with exclamation points or predicting impending doom for [...]
While the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still high, remaining around 8%. This news impacted the stock market and added fuel to the fire for conversations about a recession. You’re likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as you watch the cost of goods and services [...]
A Real Estate Professional Helps You Separate Fact from Fiction If you’re following the news, chances are you’ve seen or heard some headlines about the housing market that don’t give the full picture. The real estate market is shifting, and when that happens, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. That’s where a [...]
Back to School Over the last week, we have all heard “back to school” and it either brings emotions of joy or emotions of sorrow. It’s the start of a new school year, and some are wondering if they have missed the “Summer Rush” to sell their home. A lot of people are asking if [...]
The Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay is widely known for being one of the most beautiful areas in Alabama. Less than an hour away from the Gulf of Mexico, Fairhope, Daphne and Spanish Fort are three of the most popular and quickest growing areas in Baldwin County. Although the communities here are growing quickly, they [...]
Summer has arrived on the Gulf Coast where the weather is hot, and the housing market is hotter! Home buyers planning to enter the market during the summer months should expect solid competition from other buyers. Sellers, on the other hand, will likely continue to enjoy their market leverage for the foreseeable future. With the [...]
We’re picking up right where we left off in March, with ever declining inventories and competitive housing market that’s showing no signs of weakness. Beyond the continued low interest rates, the Baldwin County market should remain tight into summer months. One of the factors being first time buyers (a.k.a Millennials) are coming into the market. That [...]
There is chatter around Fairhope regarding the apartment complex development that was just approved on Twin Beech Road. No matter what side you are on, the fact is accommodations are needed for the influx of people flocking to the Eastern Shore community. Growth is necessary to balance out the demand. It is inevitable that the [...]
