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Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.1   However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing market was beginning to simmer down. In […]

Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful.   But have no fear! I’ve lined up a list of unique gifts for every “type” on your list. And since […]

Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1   Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association of Realtors, that’s about 2.4 months of inventory, which is far less than the six months that is generally needed […]

According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year.[1] Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home invasion.   Most burglars are looking for easy access with minimal risk. A monitored security system can be an effective deterrent, but […]