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      January STATS


      Market Shifts and Buyer Leverage in the Sarasota and Manatee Housing Market


      SARASOTA, Fla. (January 22, 2024) – The housing market in January 2024 mirrors the trends observed in the latter half of 2023, as per data released by Florida REALTORS® and analyzed by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM). January saw a [...]

      Tips for Buyers

      Strategic Tips for Buying Your First Home

      Buying your first home is a big, exciting step and a major milestone that has the power to improve your life. As a first-time homebuyer, it's a dream you can make come true, but there are some hurdles you'll need to overcome in today’s housing market – specifically the limited supply [...]

      2024 Forecast

      Expert Home Price Forecasts for 2024 Revised Up

      Over the past few months, experts have revised their 2024 home price forecasts based on the latest data and market signals, and they’re even more confident prices will rise, not fall.

      So, let’s see exactly how experts’ thinking has shifted – and what’s caused the [...]

      Down Payments

      The Truth About Down Payments

      If you’re planning to buy your first home, saving up for all the costs involved can feel daunting, especially when it comes to the down payment. That might be because you’ve heard you need to save 20% of the home’s price to put down. Well, that isn’t necessarily the case.

      Unless specified by your loan type or lender, it’s typically not required to put 20% down. That means you could be closer to [...]

      Still Low

      Foreclosure Activity Is Still Lower than the Norm

      Have you seen headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market? If so, they may leave you feeling a bit uneasy about what’s ahead. But remember, these clickbait titles don’t always give you the full story.

      The truth is, if you compare the current numbers with what usually happens in the market, you’ll see there’s no need to [...]

      Spring

      Don’t Wait Until Spring To Sell Your House

      As you think about the year ahead, one of your big goals may be moving. But, how do you know when to make your move? While spring is usually the peak homebuying season, you don’t actually need to wait until spring to sell. Here's why.

      1. Take Advantage of Lower Mortgage Rates

      Last October, the 30-year [...]

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