DALIA KIBBY's (daliasells) Blog

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 ...

😊In real estate, it does NOT pay to be complacent. Whether selling, buying or renting, you should act with a high sense of urgency. Why? Because there are simply too many factors that can affect realty that are beyond any one person's control. Think interest rates, government edicts, weather disa...

If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And, while things like mortgage rates are a key part of your decision on what you’ll buy next, it’s important to not lose sight of the reason you want to make a change in the first ...

If you’re trying to decide if now’s the time to sell your house, here’s what you should know. The limited number of homes available right now gives you a big advantage. That’s because there are more buyers out there than there are homes for sale. And, with so few homes on the market, buyers will ...

It seems crazy...these 5 features are amazingly popular & drive many homebuying decisions. Why would they be considered unnecessary? Well, because of their popularity, homes with these features often sell at a premium. If you don't need these features, why pay for them? They cost more money, both...

Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, you should know even a small change in mortgage rates has an impact on your purchasing power. These charts show how rates generally affect your monthly payment. The best way to navigate changing mortgage rates and make an informed buying decision i...

There is so much information available today on properties; it's easy for homebuyers to look up a property they like on tax records to learn what the present homeowner paid for it & how long they've lived in the place. Using that information, they then determine what they consider to be a 'fair p...

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Even though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. But what is equity? In the simplest terms, equity is the difference between the market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage. The National Association of Real...

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know the number of homes for sale right now is low. That’s because, this season, there are fewer sellers listing their houses for sale than the norm.Looking back at every April since 2017, the only year when fewer sellers listed their homes ...