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For many of us, visiting the same vacation spot every year is a summer tradition that’s fun, relaxing, and restful. If that sounds like you, now’s the time to think about your plans and determine if buying a vacation home this year makes more sense than…

Even though activity in the housing market has slowed from the frenzy we saw over a year ago, today’s low supply of homes for sale is still a sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good if you want to list your…

Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking about buying a home, be sure to plan for closing costs.Closing costs are typically 2% to 5% of the total purchase price of a home, and they can include things like government recording costs, appraisal…

You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on.A lot of the time, these reports are assuming things…

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home features.…

Some HighlightsThe biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy.The number of homes for sale is up from last year but below pre-pandemic numbers, and that means we’re…

by Alexa Lerner with www.MeridianHomesInc.comOur Tips For Selecting The Right Paint For Any SurfacePainting the interior or the exterior of your home is an easy way to express your personal style while elevating your home’s overall appearance and increasing its…

Interest rates... the sky is not falling! (even the birds in the background agrees)Here are 3 quick tips you can do to address today's interest rates: 1. You ca get an ARM - Adjustable Rate Mortgage 2. You can assume somebody's VA or FHA loan 3. You lock into today's…

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you’re likely hearing about the cooling housing market and wondering what that means for you. While it’s not the peak intensity we saw during the pandemic, we’re still in a sellers’ market. That means you haven’t…

Whether you’ve just retired or you’re thinking about retirement, you may be considering your options and trying to picture a whole new stage of your life. And you’re not alone. Research from the Retirement Industry Trust Association (RITA) shows…

A grouping of frames does more than add decoration to a room. A gallery wall lets you surround yourself with images that tell the story of where you've been and the people who are important to you. Explore this guide for some of our favorite arrangements and simple tips to…

When is the best time to buy or sell a home? Well, when is the best time for you? Let's connect to see how we can help with your real estate needs. ... and follow us on instagram @mynorandassociates for daily…

While higher mortgage rates are creating affordability challenges for homebuyers this year, there is some good news for those people still looking to buy a home.As the market has cooled this year, some of the intensity buyers faced during the peak frenzy…