10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday Season
By Hadley Ott in Holiday Wishes onRead moreThis year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a village” to keep a community functioning effectively, whether that’s by keeping our waterways clean, feeding the hungry, teaching our kids, or supporting small businesses. With the holidays right around the corner, December offers the perfect opportunity to give back
The New Normal: A Strong Housing Market Expected to Continue into 2021
Read more“2020 will be known for a lot of things, and a record-breaking year for real estate will certainly be one of its more unexpected legacies,” prominent economist Daryl Fairweather said.1 And he’s right: most of us would have expected the housing market to suffer from circumstances like a once-in-a-hundred-years pandemic and historic inventory shortages. But, rather than a slowdown, we
5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
Read moreFor years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home. From long-distance military personnel being relocated, to investors expanding their portfolio, to homeowners looking for a vacation getaway, this technology makes finding a house that’s a bit out of driving distance much easier. And for real estate agents, virtual tours have been
2020 Voter Registration
By Hadley Ott in Tips For Homeowners onRead moreMy awesome real estate photographer, Carol Grape, was so kind to prepare an incredibly helpful guide to register to vote if you have recently moved. Check out the Resources page below for details: https://discoverrealtygroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/2020-Voter-registration-check.pdf
Move-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?
Read moreThe pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home. According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing so—and 66% would consider moving if they no longer had to
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
Read moreIn July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain? While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in recent years, they haven’t always been so low. Freddie Mac