When analyzing recent history, there seems to be a correlation between Real Estate prices and the Stock Market. After real estate prices started their downward spiral in 2007, the stock market lost over 50% of its value in 2009. Real estate prices responded by dropping nearly 50% from their highs in 2005. Conversely, once stock […]

If you believe everything you hear and read, you’re probably thinking that the entire housing market has begun a great recovery.  Unfortunately, this approach is not one that can be used for the luxury real estate market.  For the most part, the highly touted comeback for housing applies mostly to lower price-points and new construction.  […]

With conditions in real estate continuing to improve, some homeowners thinking about selling may be tempted to save money by attempting to sell their homes without an agent.  Although on the surface this may appear to be a good strategy, it rarely works to the benefit of the seller.  That’s why over 80% of home […]

Most homeowners that are selling a home are doing so to purchase another home. If you’re planning on purchasing another home after you sell, it’s important to know if you should sell now or wait until later. Answer the following questions before you decide: Am I going to sell and buy a more expensive home? […]

It’s a well-known fact that the number one priority for savvy investors is to make sure that their money is protected so they can sleep at night. This same principal applies to real estate. Although achieving the highest possible price is important when selling your home, it’s also important to focus equally on how selling […]

An investment in a home is unlike most other investments.   Unlike stocks, bonds, and gold certificates, real estate is tangible.  That’s why it’s so difficult to put a value on real estate.  When determining a value of a home, many experts believe “the value of a home is determined by what someone is willing to […]