Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on December 4, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch: so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same time.So, what’s the real advantage of selling your house before spring? It’ll stand out.Historically, the number of homes for sale tends to drop during the cooler months – and that means buyers have fewer options to choose from.You can see how that trend played out over the past few years in this data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Each time,...

Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on December 3, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why, 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling stressed because you don’t have the time, budget, or resources to tackle any repairs or updates, you may be tempted to sell your house as-is, too. But before you decide to go this route, here’s what you need to know.What Does Selling As-Is Really Mean?Selling as-is means you won’t make any...

Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on November 29, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of year, your home can really stand out.Here’s the thing: there are plenty of buyers out there who want to be in a new home by the holidays, and your house might be just what they’re looking for. As an article from Redfin says: “. . . there is typically less inventory in the housing market this time of year, allowing your home to easily stand out among...

How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on November 23, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

Some HighlightsIf you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start?Your local agent will be able to help you prioritize projects that will help you get the best return on your investment and appeal to what today’s buyers really want.If your goal is to sell your house next year, connect with an agent so you know what to start working on now.

Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on November 15, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought about renting their home before listing, with nearly a third (28%) taking that possibility seriously. Compared to 2021, when fewer than half (47%) of homeowners considered renting before selling, it’s clear this trend is on the rise.So, should you sell your house and use the money toward your next home or keep it as a rental to build long-term wealth? Let’s...

What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on November 13, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Mortgage Rates, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you’re thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s a very common roadblock and is one of the biggest factors that’s kept the number of homes on the market so low for so long. But a growing number of homeowners are deciding they just can’t wait any longer. Often, it’s because of personal or lifestyle change. As Redfin explains:“Some homeowners are opting to bite the bullet and give up their low rate in order...

Why You Need an Agent To Set the Right Asking Price

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on November 9, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Home Prices, Infographics, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

Some HighlightsThe #1 task sellers struggle with is setting the right asking price for their house.Without an agent’s help, you may set a price that turns away buyers and takes a long time to sell. To make sure your house is priced right, connect with a local agent. Because if the price isn’t compelling, it’s not selling.

Expect the Unexpected: Anticipating Volatility in Today’s Housing Market

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on November 6, 2024. Posted in Agent Value, For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

You’ve probably noticed one thing if you’re thinking about making a move: the housing market feels a bit unpredictable right now. The truth is, from home prices to mortgage rates, we’re seeing more volatility – and it’s important to understand why.At a high-level, let’s break down what’s happening and the best way to navigate it.What’s Driving Today’s Market Volatility?Factors like economic data, unemployment numbers, decisions coming out of the Federal Reserve (The Fed), and even the presidential election, are creating uncertainty right now – and uncertainty leads to market volatility.You can...

How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House?

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on October 11, 2024. Posted in Agent Value, For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

If you’re toying with the idea of selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost. To be honest, the final number will depend on several factors like the offer you accept, if you help with your buyer’s closing costs, how many repairs you tackle, and more.So, to give you a ballpark of what to expect, here’s some information on a few of the expenses you’ll want to be ready for (see graph below):But here’s something that puts those costs into perspective. Most homeowners today have a substantial amount of equity built up in their homes, and that means they stand to make significant...

Why Now’s Not the Time To Take Your House Off the Market

Written by St. Petersburg Mortgage Syndicated User on October 9, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Mortgage St. Petersburg, Selling Tips, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg Mortgage.

Has your house been sitting on the market longer than expected? If so, you’re bound to be frustrated by now. Maybe you’re even thinking it’s time to pull the listing and wait to see what 2025 brings. But what you may not realize is, the decision to hold off could actually cost you. Here’s a look at why staying the course could be the smarter move.Other Sellers Are Pulling Back. Should You Hold Off Too?According to recent data from Altos Research, the number of withdrawals is increasing – that means more sellers are opting to pull their listings off the market right now. And this isn’t unusual...

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