DALIA KIBBY's (daliasells) Blog

Generation Z (or Gen Z, those born between 1997-2012) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR),...

In South Florida, we have virtually no large tracts of land for development left so there aren't new houses being built as there were in the 1970s-1990s. That leaves existing resales from which homebuyers can select a home.With the huge Millennial generation now in the home buying stage of life, ...

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how few homes there are for sale today.You may have heard inventory is low right now, but you may not fully realize just how low or why that’s a perk when you go to sell your house...

While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the ‘unicorn’ years, homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers right now. That’s because the number of homes for sale is still so low. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 76% of homes ...

Understandably, homeowners who want to sell their home want the best of both worlds: to sell 'as is' AND price the property as if it has been renovated. If, indeed, the property has been recently renovated, then it makes sense that the 'as is' price should approximate the 'as renovated' market pr...

When it comes to selling your house, you want three things: to sell it for the most money you can, to do it in a certain amount of time, and to do all of that with the fewest hassles. And, while the current housing market is generally favorable to sellers due to today’s limited housing supply, th...

Some Highlights Downsizing is a popular choice for homeowners when they retire or when their needs change, but with inflation still high, it’s also a way to reduce costs. Downsizing could help cut down on your expenses and your equity can fuel your move. If you’re thinking about moving to a small...

When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. And, to help offset the higher borrowing costs today, some homebuyers are taking a close look at their wish li...

This is a hard conversation to have, especially if there is true urgency to sell but also a bottom line to reach. Nonetheless, Sellers are best served by making a quick pivot, both with their price (to reposition the listing) and, possibly, new photos. You don't want the listing to grow 'stale' b...

Today’s higher mortgage rates, inflationary pressures, and concerns about a potential recession have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important to think about the long-term benefits of homeownership ...