Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Increased Recently
Mortgage rates are sensitive to many market forces. And their fluctuations in recent weeks, creeping closer to the 7% mark than the 6% mark, has potential homebuyers wondering why mortgage rates have been increasing lately. There are a number of factors that influence mortgage rates and most, if not all of them, stem from the […]
5 Reasons Why Homeownership Is A Good Investment
Homeownership has always been considered a piece of the American dream. And there are a number of reasons why, beyond the picture-perfect vision of a yard with kids playing and a dog on the front stoop. Homeownership is part of the American dream because the other part of that dream is the idea of success. […]
Reality Check: The Real State of Arizona’s Real Estate Market
When it comes to real estate market conditions, it’s important to remember a few truths: Everything, from demand, to interest rates, to supply, has its own season. Arizona is its own unique market. And, forecasts for Phoenix real estate done by anyone outside of the market should be labeled more as conjecture rather than fact. […]
5 Real Estate Tips Buyers Need To Know
Real estate, like many industries, goes through cycles. As a lengthy seller’s market has shifted to more of a buyer’s market, new tools are available for those looking to purchase. It’s a refreshing change for buyers who had to endure the headache and heartbreak of being outbid on a home — or never even seeing […]
Top 3 Things You Should Know About A Shifting Real Estate Market
Timing is everything! If you’re a buyer looking for a home or an investment property in the Phoenix metro, the pendulum is finally starting to swing in your direction. Over the last few years, the Valley of the Sun has been at the center of one of the hottest housing markets in the country, but […]
How Much House Can I Afford?
Most folks don’t have the luxury of making an all-cash offer on a home, which is why a mortgage is a vital part of buying a home. Without employing vital tools and knowledge from experienced mortgage lenders,, it can be difficult to wrap your head around what you can afford. Handy tools like an online […]
Top 8 Real Estate Predictions To Expect In 2022
As we near closing out 2021 and look back at this whirlwind year, we realize there’s no rest for the weary as this dynamic housing market spills over into 2022. Record prices, supply shortages, increased demand, less inventory and skyrocketing competition made the headlines. Some of this year’s patterns will ripple into 2022 and spur […]
Top 5 Things You Should Know When Investing in Property in Arizona
Owning a home is a big part of the American dream. Investing in and growing wealth through real estate has become an American obsession. Investing a portion of your portfolio in real estate is a great way to diversify your assets and create financial security for you and your family. Whether your goal is securing […]
10 Steps to Home Ownership
There’s no greater example of the American dream than owning your own home. Nearly 1.1m residents in Maricopa County are homeowners and you can be one, too! One of the best feelings after a long day is coming home to your very own space. The home buying process is often tricky, which is why one […]
Inside Halpern Residential: If I focus on helping people and make the right decisions, good things will come.
You might have seen the avatar version of Trevor Halpern’s face on SOLD signs around town. If you haven’t yet, you will soon! The real-life man behind the caricature is the proud owner of Halpern Residential at North&Co. As the number one independent agent at North&Co., Trevor Halpern is one of the most successful realtors […]
What the deepening water shortage means for Arizona homeowners
Arizona is in the midst of a historic water shortage. The Southwest and much of the West is suffering from an intense 22-year drought, resulting in increasingly low water levels, dry soil, and dry vegetation fueled wildfires. The drought can have severe impacts on the things we love about living in our region, such as […]