by Charles River Properties | Jun 12, 2023 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Media coverage about what’s happening with home prices can be confusing. A large part of that is due to the type of data being used and what they’re choosing to draw attention to. For home prices, there are two different methods used to compare home prices over...
by Charles River Properties | May 17, 2023 | Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Sellers
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales Report tomorrow. The information it contains on home prices may cause some confusion and could even generate some troubling headlines. This all stems from the fact that NAR will...
by Charles River Properties | May 2, 2023 | Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Pricing
Everywhere you look, people are talking about a potential recession. And if you’re planning to buy or sell a house, this may leave you wondering if your plans are still a wise move. To help ease your mind, experts are saying that if we do officially enter a recession,...
by Charles River Properties | Apr 28, 2023 | Buyers, Foreclosures, Infographic, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Some Highlights With so few homes on the market right now, widening the scope of your search to include nearby areas could help you find more options in your budget. You can also work with a trusted lender to consider alternative financing options and search for down...
by Charles River Properties | Apr 17, 2023 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you’ve likely heard something in the news or on social media...
by Charles River Properties | Apr 6, 2023 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
We’re still in a sellers’ market. And if you’re looking to buy a home, that means you’re likely facing some unique challenges, like difficulty finding a home and volatile mortgage rates. But keep in mind, there are some benefits to being a buyer in today’s market that...