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Real Estate Tips Camerer Real Estate Showcase We’re excited to share with you the homes we’ve recently helped our clients sell, and also properties we’ve helped our buyers purchase! It’s such an honor to assist people in taking the next steps in their real estate dreams and goals. Camerer Real Estate listings over the past 12 months: Sold for an average of […]
Real Estate Tips Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. This week the Federal Reserve cut the Federal Funds Rate for the first time since they began raising that rate in March 2022. And while they don’t control mortgage […]
Real Estate Tips NAR SETTLEMENT: What does it mean for us locally? The Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) is owned by its member brokers, not the Realtor Associations, as many national MLS’s are.   The NWMLS has been proactively pursuing transparency regarding broker compensation years before the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement ever came to fruition.   The NWMLS has opted out of the NAR settlement, […]
Real Estate Tips Unlocking the Benefits of Your Home Equity Let’s talk about equity. On average, homeowners gained $28,000 over the past year and have a grand total of $305,000 worth of equity in their homes. And many people have much more than that. That’s a whole lot of leverage for your next move. Curious about how much equity you have in your home? Contact […]
Real Estate Tips What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates? If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and mortgage rates. You’re wondering what’s going to happen next. And if it’s worth it to move now, or better to wait it out. The only thing you can really do is make the best decision you can […]
Real Estate Tips Spring Buyer and Seller Guides Thinking of buying or selling a home? Our new spring buyer and seller guides are now available! You can download your free guide or contact us and we’ll send you a printed copy. These guides will give you the best information on home prices, mortgage rates, inventory and how to position yourself to make educated […]
Community Top 5 Reasons To Hire an Agent When Buying a Home   Hiring an agent when buying a home helps you understand the buying process and the local market. They’ll also go over contracts and fine print with you, so you understand what you’re agreeing to. Plus, they’re good at negotiating, making sure you get the best deal. Expert advice from a trusted real estate professional is priceless. Let’s connect today! We’re here […]
Real Estate Tips The Latest Trends in Housing   With the number of new listings going up and average days on market going down, buyers may have more options, but will still want to move fast. For sellers, inventory is still low and houses are selling fast, meaning your house should stand out and may get multiple offers if you price it right. If you want to know more about what’s happening in our area, let’s connect.
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Real Estate Tips The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage   If you’re looking to buy a home in 2024, getting pre-approved is a key piece of the puzzle. Mortgage pre-approval means a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to borrow. As more buyers re-enter the market, it’ll help you make a strong offer that stands out from the crowd. Talk to a trusted professional to learn more and begin your homebuying process today.
Real Estate Tips Renton Real Estate Tours with Austin      We’ve started a fun new weekly event to help learn more about the local real estate market. We call them Renton Real Estate Tours.      Once a week we meet at a local coffee shop. We treat you to your favorite brew, we have a quick chat about real estate and the we take […]
Real Estate Tips Bridging the Gaps on the Road to Homeownership Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color still face unique challenges on the road to owning a home. Working with the right real estate experts can make all the difference for diverse […]
Real Estate Tips About The Camerers Susan started her career in real estate as a non-profit housing developer and builder. Under her leadership the organization exponentially building and developing several multi-family housing complexes, child care centers, community centers and retail locations. Vision House currently employs a staff over over 75 individuals. About a decade ago, she left the non-profit world to […]
Real Estate Tips Houses Are Still Selling Fast Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn’t as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when houses were selling quicker than ever, they’re still selling faster than normal. The graph below uses data from Realtor.com to tell the story of median days on the market for every January from […]
Real Estate Tips Experts Project Home Prices Will Increase in 2024 Even though home prices are going up nationally, some people are still worried they might come down. In fact, a recent survey from Fannie Mae found that 24% of people think home prices will actually decline over the next 12 months. That means almost one out of every four people are dealing with that fear, and you might be, […]
Real Estate Tips 2 Reasons Why Today’s Mortgage Rate Trend Is Good for Sellers If you’ve been holding off on selling your house to make a move because you felt mortgage rates were too high, their recent downward trend is exciting news for you. Mortgage rates have descended since last October when they hit 7.79%. In fact, they’ve been below 7% for over a month now (see graph below): And while they’re not […]
Real Estate Tips The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net Worth If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home this year, here’s a powerful insight that could give you the clarity and confidence you need to make your decision. Every three years, the Federal Reserve releases the Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF), which compares net worth for homeowners and renters. The latest report shows the average homeowner’s net worth […]
Real Estate Tips Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life. Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about as […]
Real Estate Tips Why Mortgage Rates Could Continue To Decline When you read about the housing market, you’ll probably come across some information about inflation or recent decisions made by the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But how do those two things impact you and your homebuying plans? Here’s what you need to know. The Federal Funds Rate Hikes Have Stalled One of the Fed’s primary goals is to lower inflation. […]
Real Estate Tips Why Now Is Still a Great Time To Sell Your House If you were worried buyer demand disappeared when mortgage rates went up, the data shows there are plenty of interested buyers still out there. The housing market isn’t as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when buyer demand was through the roof, mortgage rates were historically low, and home values rose like we’ve never seen before. But that doesn’t mean the […]
Real Estate Tips Experts Project Home Prices Will Rise over the Next 5 Years Even with so much data showing home prices are actually rising in most of the country, there are still a lot of people who worry there will be another price crash in the immediate future. In fact, a recent survey from Fannie Mae shows that 23% of consumers think prices will fall over the next 12 months. That’s nearly one in four […]