The unofficial start to summer is right around the corner, and we’re excited to kick off the season at the Jersey Shore! There’s always a lot to do on Memorial Day Weekend, and we’re excited for a number of fun festivals, shopping, and sinking our toes into the sand. Wildwood will be home to the…
May is a wonderful month at the South Jersey Shore. Time to open up the windows and let the sea breezes “drift” in. There are more pre-season options for dining and shopping as Mother’s Day weekend approaches. Seasonal beach tags are available for pick-up. The weather is great for bike riding, beach strolling, board walking…
While many buyers are eager to obtain a home inspection, we’re occasionally asked if it’s required. This is especially true when buyers are purchasing new construction homes or properties that appear to be in great shape. The short answer is that home inspections aren’t required (unless you’re receiving an FHA loan, in which a very…
The real estate market is hot in Greater Philadelphia, and competition is fierce among buyers in many suburban neighborhoods. It’s especially tough for buyers who have a home to sell, as many sellers are less likely to accept offers with a home sale contingency. However, there are options for these buyers, and one of them is…
Home prices across the nation climbed quicker than expected in the month of March, according to S&P/Case-Shiller National Home Price Index as reported to CNB. The average home value rose at a 5.8% annualized rate last month, While the news comes as a welcome surprise to homeowners, industry experts warn that it could spell trouble for…
Over 95% of home buyers searched for houses online in 2016, according to the National Association of Realtors. In fact, for the first year ever, buyers were more likely to find their new home online instead of through their real estate agent! But despite the importance of the internet in today’s real estate market, 90%…
It’s official: Homes are selling at their fastest pace since Redfin began tracking sales seven years ago. And due to the fierce competition among buyers for homes, prices have also increased by 7.5% since this time last year. In such a competitive market, how can a buyer get ahead? Escalation clauses just might be a home…
The EveryHome team is so excited to announce that the website will automatically be updating every fifteen minutes! With a direct feed from the region’s MLS (Multiple Listing Service), EveryHome strives to bring you the most accurate database of listings, and ensure that our clients are among the first to see brand new homes for sale. And…
If you’ve been anxiously checking for new listings everyday and are struggling to find a home you like, you’re not alone! February’s real estate stats are in, and home sales dropped 3.7% from the previous month. While the number of home sales have risen considerably in the past couple of years, they’ve recently stalled due to…
EveryHome is pleased to be offering a number of home buying seminars aimed especially for first time buyers. Along with our preferred lenders, we’ll be covering topics including mortgage pre-approvals, meeting with agents and scheduling home tours, and submitting offers. EveryHome co-founder and co-owner Katie Kennedy and Tom Howell of Marathon Mortgage will be offering a First…
If you’re planning to tour a few homes this weekend, you just may want to bring along your checkbook. Homes are selling faster than they have in nearly a decade, which is largely due to the number of homes for sale being at their lowest level in nearly twenty years. In fact, a number of…
Interested in buying a home this spring but concerned about your credit? You’re not alone! Each year, we work with dozens of buyers who struggle to qualify for a mortgage because of poor credit. Luckily, there are local, helpful programs to help borrowers increase their credit scores quickly! Currently, FHA mortgages allows buyers with credit…
It’s open house season! The busy time of year for real estate is well underway as we enter the warmer spring months, and chances are there will be plenty of opportunities to tour new listings at open houses. In addition to learning about the home, attending an open house is also a great time to meet with…
nThe stats are in, and new home sales were up 12.2% in 2016 from the previous year. While new construction is a popular option with many buyers, they come with a significantly higher price tag: the median price for a new home purchased in December was $322,500, compared to the existing home median price of $232,000….
Making an offer on a home is a personal decision that considers a variety of factors, including budget, perceived value of the home, and competition from other buyers. Of course, there’s no “right answer” when it comes to understanding the best offer price, but it’s important to consider the current market situations to determine what may…