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Do you realize how much pull you have right now as a buyer? There are more sellers than buyers on the market right now. That means a lot of sellers know they’ll have to compromise a bit to get their house sold, which leaves you room to negotiate on price and terms. Of course, exactly how much room you have depends on where you’re looking. But more and more markets are trending in favor of buyers, so let’s chat about what’s going on in our area. Send a DM, and we’ll turn your negotiating power into a set of keys. #HomebuyingTips #HouseHunting https://mpaterealty.net/

Think every home on the market is out of reach? Not necessarily. More than 40% of sellers are dropping their asking price right now. And the median list price this July was the lowest for any July in 5 years. That means sellers aren’t banking on bidding wars or expecting buyers to pay whatever they ask. They’re more willing to meet you where you’re at. And that could work in your favor. Want to find out how much wiggle room you have on price in our market? DM me. #HomePrices #HomeAffordability https://mpaterealty.net/

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First. Affordability is definitely a challenge, but that doesn’t mean tapping your 401(k) is your only way in if you want to buy. If you're considering using your 401(k) savings for a down payment, weigh all your options and talk with a trusted financial advisor before you make any decisions. They’ll help you make a plan to fit your goals and your budget. #DownPayment #HomebuyingTips https://mpaterealty.net/

Quick question: what's the one word you'd use to describe this year so far? For a lot of people, it's stressful. And when everything feels shaky, it’s easy to second-guess the move you were ready to make. But the truth is, the housing market is one thing that’s been remarkably stable. Home prices have been relatively steady for about 4 years now. The number of homes for sale is right about where it was last year (up 2%). And mortgage rates have held in the same general 6-7% range since late 2022. A steady market comes with a perk. You can actually plan. What works for your budget today probably won’t look all that different in a few months. You don’t have to wait for things to calm down. The housing market’s already pretty steady. Send me a DM or drop a comment below, and let's compare the market you walked away from to the one that's here now. #HousingMarket #RealEstate https://mpaterealty.net/

When's the last time someone told you what your house is worth? Not what some online estimate says. Not what your neighbor's place sold for. What your house is actually worth today. If you're like most people, it's been years. And that number is worth a second look, especially now because it also tells you how much equity you have. Data shows homeowners have an average of about $311k of equity today. That’s six figures. Once you sell, you can use that to put more money down or even buy your next house in cash. So, today’s rates and prices may not be holding you back as much as you think. If you're even thinking about what's next, let's talk. I’d be happy to do a free equity assessment and show you exactly what you're working with. The number might just change what you thought was possible. #HomeEquity #Move-UpHomebuyer https://mpaterealty.net/

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Higher Rates Could Actually Help Housing Supply – Here’s How. The number of homes for sale is growing slowly but surely, and that means more options for your move. Want to see what’s available in our area? Reach out, and let's take a look together. #HomesForSale #HousingMarket https://mpaterealty.net/