EveryHome Realtors

Real Estate. Real Easy.®

  • Mortgage Rates Dip, Defying Expert Predictions

    Mortgage rates slid down this past week, despite 94% of Bankrate.com’s industry leaders predicting that they would remain unchanged or increase. The average 30-year fixed rate loan currently stands at 4.04% nationwide, although it’s important to note that mortgage rates can change significantly depending on the borrower’s credit score, and whether or not they purchase…

  • Recent Report: Home Values Continue to Climb

    Good news for homeowners: November’s real estate market data was recently released by the S&P Case-Shiller Index and home prices climbed 5.6%.  That’s a slight increase from October’s gain of 5.5%. It’s important to note, however, that the biggest gains were made in the West (namely in Seattle, Portland, and Denver), while home prices in…

  • How Much Do Tiny Homes Really Cost?

    Tiny homes are having a big moment!  With their budget-friendly price tags, smaller carbon footprint, and cozy appeal, it’s no surprise that more and more home buyers are looking for tiny homes.  But how much can you expect to really spend? First, it’s important to mention that “tiny homes” can be super diverse!  One of the most…

  • This is Why Your Home’s Photos Are So Important

    If you’re currently in the market to buy a new home, you probably know how important it for a listing to have clear, realistic, and well-lit photos.  After all, 98% of all buyers begin shopping for a home online and first impressions matter.  As one real estate agent said, picture appeal is the new curb…

  • The Nation’s Mortgage Rates Are Back on the Rise

    The average mortgage rate jumped ten basis points during the week of the presidential inauguration, and prompted some lenders to speculate that rates will hit 5% by the summertime.  The current 30-year fixed rate home loan stands at 4.19% with an average of 0.4 points (points are fees paid to a lender that are equal…

  • How to Determine Your Property Lines

    There are a variety of reasons that homeowners need to know their exact property lines, including building a fence, adding a swimming pool, or simply being concerned that a neighbor is encroaching on their yard.  Regardless of the reason, there are a few steps that homeowners can take to determine the boundaries of their yard….