January 2023 | Frederick, MD Real Estate :: Jim Bass Group of Real Estate Teams

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant…

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January 31, 2023

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Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.

There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next. In…

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January 31, 2023

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Homeownership Builds Your Wealth over Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of homeownership.On average, nationwide, home prices appreciated by 288.7% over the last 32 years. That means homeowners grow…

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January 27, 2023

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Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring

Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that…

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January 26, 2023

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Why You Shouldn’t Fear Today’s Foreclosure Headlines

If you’ve seen recent headlines about foreclosures surging in the housing market, you’re certainly not alone. There’s no doubt, the stories in the media can be pretty confusing right now. They may…

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January 25, 2023

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The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability

If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability…

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January 24, 2023

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Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.

Last year, the housing market slowed down in response to higher mortgage rates, and that had an impact on home prices. If you’re thinking of selling your house soon, that means you’ll…

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January 23, 2023

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What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house, recent headlines about home prices falling month-over-month may have you second guessing your decision—but perspective matters.While home prices are down slightly month-over-month in some markets,…

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January 20, 2023

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Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know

One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you. Business Insider explains:…

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January 19, 2023

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Have Home Values Hit Bottom?

Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers. News stories are talking about home prices falling, and…

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January 18, 2023

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Monthly Archives: January 2023

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.

Homeownership Builds Your Wealth over Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring

Why You Shouldn’t Fear Today’s Foreclosure Headlines

The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability

Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know

Have Home Values Hit Bottom?

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