No matter the industry, anytime there’s more demand than supply, prices naturally rise. While
price appreciation is strong now, your house may be worth more than you realize. Let's consider
the definition of "home appreciation" and how it applies to today's real estate market.
Homeownership is life-changing, and buying a home can positively impact you in so many
ways. With any decision this big, it helps to have a trusted advisor by your side each step
of the way. Before you decide whether you’re ready to buy a home, you should know how
to answer these three questions.
As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what’s to come are top of
mind for buyers and sellers. Near record-low mortgage rates coupled with rising home
price appreciation kicked off a robust housing market in the first half of 2021, but what
does the forecast tell us about what’s on the horizon?
A Fannie Mae survey recently released showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to
sell,” but it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe
it’s a “bad time to buy” a home. Let’s take a closer at the market conditions that impact home
affordability.
We're pleased to welcome new agent Maggie Ferland to our Auburn Office! With the support
of the Fontaine Family Team, she looks forward to serving both buyers and sellers. Maggie
will be working out of the Auburn location and can be reached at (207)402-0477 or
maggie@fontaineteam.com.
With low inventory and high buyer demand, homes today are selling above the asking price
at a record rate. By pricing your house based on its current condition and similar homes
that have recently sold in your area, your agent can help you set a price that’s realistic and
obtainable.
We're pleased to welcome new agent Hannah Levesque to our Auburn Office! Hannah comes to Fontaine
with her sales agent license and looks forward to helping both buyers and sellers achieve their real estate
goals with the support of the Fontaine Team. She will be working out of the Auburn location and can be
reached at (207)576-3643 or hannah@fontaineteam.com.
You’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there
just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. When it’s time to make an offer, it’s
important to consider not just what you need, but what the seller may need too.
Having a trusted expert to coach you through the process of buying and selling a home
gives you clarity, confidence, and success through each step. It’s crucial right now to work
with a real estate expert who understands how the market is changing and what that
means for home buyers and sellers.