Henry Chu at Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Infographics / Move-Up Buyers

February 10, 2023

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash

Distressed Properties / For Buyers / For Sellers / Foreclosures / Housing Market Updates

February 9, 2023

Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash

67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But there’s good news. Current data shows today’s market is nothing...

Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years

For Sellers / Housing Market Updates

February 8, 2023

Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years

The biggest challenge in the housing market right now, and likely for years to come, is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. That’s why, if you’re thinking about selling your house, this is a great time to do so....

How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate

Demographics / First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Housing Market Updates / Move-Up Buyers

February 7, 2023

How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate

As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership can be a steeper climb for households of color....

For Sellers / Interest Rates / Selling Myths

February 6, 2023

The Top Reasons for Selling Your House

Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the low mortgage rate they have on their current house. And...

You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying Myths / Down Payments / First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Infographics / Move-Up Buyers

February 3, 2023

You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023

For Buyers / For Sellers / Housing Market Updates

February 2, 2023

Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023

The housing market has gone through a lot of change recently, and much of that was a result of how quickly mortgage rates rose last year.

For Sellers / Selling Myths

February 1, 2023

Should You Rent Your House or Sell It?

If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years....

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

For Sellers / Housing Market Updates / Move-Up Buyers

January 31, 2023

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling.

Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.

For Sellers / Housing Market Updates / Move-Up Buyers / New Construction

January 30, 2023

Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.

There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next.

Author: Henry Chu at Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty