Does our weather drive sales in the real estate market?
Does our weather drive sales in the real estate market? We tend to think so. Wouldn’t you rather look at property when it’s warm and sunny outside? Or have pictures…
Are you wondering if you should stop renting and buy a house?
Your friends are buying homes. And you are wondering if you should stop renting and buy a house too. Your dog wants a yard, your kids want a playground, and…
Technology has rapidly evolved how we do real estate.
More than 70% of today’s buyers search for homes online; technology has rapidly evolved how we do real estate. During this pandemic, I think the use of technology has really…
Determining which improvements are necessary and which are not.
Spending time at home these last several months has given us the opportunity to tackle those home improvement projects. If you are considering listing your property soon, then those projects…
What is the housing forecast for 2021?
What is the housing forecast for 2021? Will sellers still have the upper hand as buyers struggle with affordability? 2021 will be a robust sellers’ market as home prices hit…
Selling your old home and buying a new one at the same time is a balancing act.
Selling your old home and buying a new one at the same time is a balancing act. That said, it can be done. Buying a new home before you sell…
What are closing costs in a real estate transaction and who pays for them?
What are closing costs in a real estate transaction and who pays for them? There are many fees associated with buying or selling a home. It is important to consult…
As we reflect on this year of 2020
As we reflect on this year of 2020, I would like to brag about the Morgantown Board of REALTORS® for a moment. We have over 360 members that do great…
What should we expect in real estate trends for 2021?
As we wind down this crazy year of 2020, what should we expect in real estate trends for 2021? While the pandemic did disrupt home sales in the spring of…
Did you know you can be scammed when it comes to buying or renting real estate?
We have all read the news stories of people stealing packages off porches, scamming the elderly over the phone, and stealing bank cards. But did you know you can be…