by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
As we enter the final months of 2020 and continue to work through the challenges this year has brought, some of us wonder what impact continued economic uncertainty could have on home prices. Looking at the big picture, the rules of supply and demand will give us the...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
Many housing experts originally voiced concern that the mortgage forbearance program (which allows families impacted financially by COVID to delay mortgage payments to a later date) could lead to an increase in foreclosures when forbearances end. Some originally...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
The September Jobs Report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the unemployment rate dropped to 7.9%. Though that percentage is well below what experts projected earlier this year, it still means millions of people are without...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
The 2020 housing market has surpassed all expectations and continues to drive the nation’s economic recovery. The question is, will this positive trend continue throughout the rest of the year, especially given the uncertainty around the current health crisis, the...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
Earlier this year when the nation pressed pause on the economy and unemployment rates jumped up significantly, many homeowners were immediately concerned about being able to pay their mortgages, and understandably so. To assist in this challenging time,...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real estate is not one of them. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist for First American, just reported: “Since hitting a low point during the initial...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
One of the biggest misconceptions for first-time homebuyers is how much you’ll need to save for a down payment. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to put 20% down to buy a house. Here’s how it breaks down. A recent survey...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times, like what we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert you trust to help guide you through the process. If you’re considering...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Some Highlights If you’re ready to sell your house but you’re worried about finding one to move into, why not invest in a brand-new home built just for you?New construction is on the rise, so it’s a great time to think about a custom home to fit your family’s...
by NICK FLERLAGE | Oct 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Every day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65. Prior to the health crisis that swept the nation in 2020, most people had to wait until they retired to make a move to the beach, the golf course, or the senior living community they were looking to...