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Destin is a city in northwest Florida, in the area known as the Panhandle. It’s known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and many golf courses, as well as the Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Nature trails pass through the dunes of Henderson Beach State Park in the south, where the coastline is dotted with pine and oak trees sheltering wildlife. To the west are the tall slides, waterfalls and pools of Big Kahuna’s water park

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 17, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Mortgage Destin FL, Rent vs. Buy.

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today’s mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of multiple offers and a fast sale. If this sounds like good news to you, let’s connect today so you can capitalize on the unique opportunity you have in today’s market. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 16, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Destin FL, Move-Up Buyers.

An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing inventory is the major reason for the double-digit price appreciation we’ve seen in each of the last two years. It’s the reason many would-be purchasers are frustrated with the bidding wars over the homes that are available. However, signs of relief are finally appearing. According to data from realtor.com, active listings have increased over the last four months. They define active listings as: “The active listing count tracks the number of for sale...

5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 15, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Destin FL, Move-Up Buyers.

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses for sale and high buyer demand. If you’re buying this fall, you’ll want every advantage, especially when you’ve found the home of your dreams. Below are five things to keep in mind when it’s time to make an offer. 1. Know Your Budget Knowing your budget and what you can afford is critical to your success as a homebuyer. The best way to understand your numbers is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a loan. As Freddie Mac puts...

The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 14, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL.

When it comes to the latest news in real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be hard to know what to believe, put your trust in the experts. Those of us in the housing market respect that buying or selling a home is a major life decision, and we offer advice based on what the data shows. Despite what you may have read, the housing market is still undeniably strong. Here’s a look at what leading experts have to say about buyer demand today and how it continues to shape the industry: Michael Lane, President at ShowingTime: “In...

Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 13, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL.

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Over the last year, agents have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep you safe. And experts say these practices are here to stay. As Bob Goldberg, CEO of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it: “The pandemic has confirmed to all of us in the industry that technology will continue to transform real estate.” Below is a closer look at some of the new tools...

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 10, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL.

Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separate fact from fiction. Trust the pros. If you want to understand why it’s still a good time to buy, let’s connect today. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters href=”https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/?a=429471-6e7ae3e7d7cea4059ea7d116981248f9″>Keeping...

Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022?

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 9, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL.

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year. Here are the latest percentages showing the year-over-year increase in home price appreciation: The House Price Index (HPI) from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA): 18.8% The S. National Home Price Index from S&P Case-Shiller: 18.6% The Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic: 18% The dramatic increases are seen at every price point and in...

Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 8, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL.

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time (see graph below), that’s little comfort to those individuals who are facing challenges today.If you haven’t taken advantage of the forbearance period, it may be time to research and understand your options. It starts with knowing what foreclosure is. Investopedia defines it like this: “Foreclosure is the legal process by which a...

Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 7, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL.

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later. 1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly According to the Realtors Confidence Index released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes continue to sell quickly – on average, they’re selling in just 17 days. As a seller, that’s great news for you. Average days on...

Honoring the American Workforce

Written by Destin FL Mortgage Mortgage Syndicated User on September 6, 2021. Posted in Destin FL Mortgage, Mortgage Destin FL, Uncategorized.

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