HomePro Associates Real Estate News

Our Investment Success:Maximized Mortgage Rate Buy-Downs!

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Good news!  Mortgage rates are going down, and there are ways you can get a lower rate, even in this more expensive interest rate environment. Last month my husband and I bought a $300,000 investment property and our builder offered us a 5.9% interest rate, even though we were getting a non-owner-occupied loan. Rates would normally … Continued
4 signs of a great agent in seattle

Need an Agent? Here Are 4 Signs of A Great Agent In Seattle

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Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions a person will experience ever. Hiring the wrong agent can lead to mistakes. Mistakes might cost you the home or tens, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars. That’s why it’s crucial to invest time in finding a highly qualified and trustworthy agent … Continued
Monthly Market Update - Seattle June 2024

June 2024 Seattle Real Estate Highlights: Top Trends and Hot Spots!

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Summer is here, and I want to share the latest updates on the June 2024 Seattle real estate market. As the temperatures rise, so does the activity in our local housing market. This morning, while working out to some Will Smith—’summer, summer, summertime’—I couldn’t help but think about the exciting trends we’re seeing in Seattle … Continued

Demystifying Real Estate Down Payments: What You Need to Know

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Buying a home is a significant milestone, and one of the most crucial aspects of the process is understanding the real estate down payment. The real estate down payment is often a source of confusion and stress for many potential homeowners. How much should you save? What percentage of the home’s price is ideal? In … Continued
Learn why low home supply is a sweet spot for home seller

Low Home Supply Is A Sweet Spot For Home Sellers

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In the ever-fluctuating real estate market, timing can be everything. For homeowners contemplating selling their property, understanding market dynamics is crucial to maximizing profit and ensuring a smooth transaction. One of the most favorable conditions “sweet spot” (as they call it) for home sellers is a market characterized by low home supply. When the inventory … Continued