Kathy Koops
June 23, 2022
The impact of rising interest rates is affecting mortgages, car loans, credit cards, and the cost of doing business. According to Freddie Mac: “Mortgage Rates Surge on Inflation Expectations June 16, 2022 Mortgage rates surged as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage […]
June 21, 2022
5 Trends Shaping the Future of Interior Design Guest Author: Lillian Connors Living in these years has shown us that the future will be unpredictable in many ways. Even if we don’t know which changes to expect, we could agree […]
June 17, 2022
The recent power outage was an eye-opener for homeowners with electronic “keyless” access to their homes and garages. If you were home when the power went out you were ok (maybe extremely hot)-but at least you had access to your […]
June 15, 2022
Real estate is always local. The midwest is steaming along as other regions start to slow down with pending sales. The National Association of Realtors® just release the figures for April (always a month behind): The key points: Pending sales […]
June 13, 2022
Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House If your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make a move, taking advantage of today’s sellers’ market might be just the answer for your summer plans. With homes […]
June 10, 2022
May single-family home sales are blooming! The number of properties sold in May 2022 was 2,431, up 10.85% from 2,193 in the previous month and 1.63% higher than 2,392 in May 2021. The May 2022 sales were at their highest […]
June 8, 2022
Finding Happiness in Your New Post Retirement Home Guest Author: Gabriel Patel If you’ve decided to move after retiring from your job, you may be looking forward to settling down in a new home and discovering a new neighborhood. But […]
June 6, 2022
Does Smart Home Technology Open You Up to Security Risks? Guest Author: Emily Miller Smart homes are the latest trend in homeownership. Millennial homebuyers are not just asking for it, they are demanding it, and they’re willing to pay for […]
June 6, 2022
According to Freddie Mac: Mortgage rates continued to inch downward this week but are still significantly higher than last year. The rising rates are affecting both affordability and purchase demand. Heading into the summer, the Fed sees the potential homebuyer […]