Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog

Buying Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again. Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again.
Buying Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number […]
Market Updates Why Some Homes Sell Quickly – and Others Don’t Sell at All Why Some Homes Sell Quickly – and Others Don’t Sell at All A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market. Listings are up almost 20% from this time last year. And in some areas, supply is even […]
Buying The Reason Homes Feel Like They Cost So Much (It’s Not What You Think) The Reason Homes Feel Like They Cost So Much (It’s Not What You Think) Scroll through your feed and you’ll see plenty of finger-pointing about why homes cost so much. And according to a national survey, a lot of people believe big investors are to blame. Even though data shows that’s not true, nearly half […]
Market Updates Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start […]
Market Updates Is the Housing Market Going To Crash? Here’s What Experts Say Is the Housing Market Going To Crash? Here’s What Experts Say If you’ve seen headlines or social posts calling for a housing crash, it’s easy to wonder if home values are about to take a hit. But here’s the simple truth. The data doesn’t point to a crash. It points to slow, continued growth. And […]
Buying The $280 Shift in Affordability Every Homebuyer Should Know The $280 Shift in Affordability Every Homebuyer Should Know If you paused your plans to move because of high rates or prices, it may finally be time to take a second look at your numbers. Affordability is improving in 39 of the top 50 markets, according to First American. And that’s the 5th straight month […]
Buying Why More Buyers Are Turning to New Construction This Year Why More Buyers Are Turning to New Construction This Year There’s a trend taking hold in real estate right now: more buyers are choosing newly built homes. And it’s not just about getting the latest technology or modern floorplans. It’s because they may be able to get a better deal. Builders are offering serious incentives […]
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Buying Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move These days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house. Honestly, it’s more important than ever. Why? While you may want to list high just to see what happens, that’s a plan that can easily backfire, and it’s […]
Buying Why Home Prices Aren’t Actually Flat Why Home Prices Aren’t Actually Flat If you’ve been following real estate news lately, you’ve probably seen headlines saying home prices are flat. And at first glance, that sounds simple enough. But here’s the thing. The reality isn’t quite that straightforward. In most places, prices aren’t flat at all. What the Data Really Shows While […]
Buying Why Experts Say Mortgage Rates Should Ease Over the Next Year Why Experts Say Mortgage Rates Should Ease Over the Next Year You want mortgage rates to fall – and they’ve started to. But is it going to last? And how low will they go? Experts say there’s room for rates to come down even more over the next year. And one of the leading indicators […]
Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog Why October Is the Best Time To Buy a Home in 2025 Why October Is the Best Time To Buy a Home in 2025 If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, now’s the time to lean in. It’s officially the best time to buy this year.According to Realtor.com, this October will have the most buyer-friendly conditions of any month in 2025: “By mid-October, buyers across much of […]
Buying Closing Costs Unpacked: State-by-State Breakdowns for Today’s Buyers Closing Costs Unpacked: State-by-State Breakdowns for Today’s Buyers If you’re planning to buy a home this year, there’s one expense you can’t afford to overlook: closing costs. Almost every buyer knows they exist, but not that many know exactly what they cover, or how different they can be based on where you’re buying. So, let’s […]
Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here’s a trend worth paying attention to: More homeowners are buying their next house outright, without taking on a new mortgage. And, if […]
Buying Why Buyers and Sellers Face Very Different Conditions Today Why Buyers and Sellers Face Very Different Conditions Today There’s a new divide in housing right now. In some states, buyers are gaining ground. In others, sellers still have the upper hand. It all depends on where you live. Curious what’s happening in your state? These 3 maps show how the split is playing out […]
Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog 3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This Fall 3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This Fall For the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too. And a number of people hit pause because it just didn’t feel possible. Maybe you were one of them. […]
Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog Do You Know How Much Your House Is Really Worth? Do You Know How Much Your House Is Really Worth? Want to know something important you probably don’t have a professional check for you nearly as often as you should? Spoiler alert: it’s the value of your home. Because here’s the reality. Your house is likely the biggest financial asset you have. And if you’ve […]
Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand picked up considerably once mortgage rates hit a new low for 2025. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that […]
Buying What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean mortgage rates will drop? Let’s clear up the confusion. The Fed Doesn’t Directly Set Mortgage Rates Right now, all eyes are on […]
Patrica Tabachuk Real Estate Blog Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will. Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will. Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why. Let’s be real. Homes are taking a week longer to sell than they did a year ago. According to Realtor.com: “Homes are also […]