Natalia Perkinson - Realtor

While you may be tempted to skip the home inspection to try to make your offer stand out this spring, just know that’s a gamble that may not pay off.
Even though a home might seem move-in ready, an inspection could uncover underlying problems you didn’t see in your walk-through. And information is power.
It helps you avoid unpleasant surprises. Plus, if any issues are found, your agent can help you negotiate with the seller on the repairs.
What questions do you have about what to expect from an inspection? Comment below.

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Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help



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Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help You’ve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have keys to a place that’s truly yours.

It's peak homebuying season, and that could mean more competition for you.
If you’re ready for a home you’ll love, don’t just hope for the best. Work with an agent who can help you make a strong, smart offer that stands out. They know simple strategies to boost your chances based on what’s working for other buyers in your area.
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4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring



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4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up.

Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plans?



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Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plans? Retirement isn’t just a milestone. It's the beginning of something really special.

Are you hearing all the talk about a recession and wondering what that would mean for the housing market? Here’s what the data tells us about every recession going back to the 1980s.
While everyone remembers 2008, what happened then wasn’t the norm. That was the only time there was a big drop in prices. It hasn’t happened since.
And mortgage rates? They usually come down – but don’t expect the return of 3%.
While the answer to the question of whether we’re headed toward a recession is uncertain, you don’t have to worry about what that would mean for housing.
What else are you hearing about the housing market that you’d like more information on? DM me or drop a comment below.

A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis



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A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis There’s a lot of talk about a recession lately and how the odds of one are rising.

House hunting just got a little easier.
You have more homes to choose from – and that’s a big change after years of really low inventory. And the best part? The number of homes that have just been put on the market is picking up, giving you additional fresh options and a better chance of finding a home that fits your needs.
Whether you’re buying your first home or thinking about a move, now’s a great time to kick off your search.
What features or neighborhoods are at the top of your wish list right now? DM me or drop a comment here.

Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection



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Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection When you finally find the home you want to buy, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement.

No matter what you may be hearing or seeing online, the fact that new construction has ramped up lately isn’t cause for alarm. Here’s why.
Nationally, builders aren’t overbuilding – they're just catching up.
Coming out of the housing crash, builders pulled production way back, and that led to a long period of underbuilding. You can see that in this data.
So, even though we’re building more homes right now than we have in the last few years, there’s still a significant gap to make up after not building enough homes for over a decade.
But like anything else in housing, this varies by area. Some places will have more newly built homes, and others will have fewer.
Want to know what’s happening in our local market? DM me.

Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers



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Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers Buying your first home in today’s market can feel tough. Between high home prices and mortgage rates, affordability is still a big challenge.