The real estate market is in flux. Last month’s media headlines read, “The Market is Heating Up,” and this month they read, “The Market is Cooling.” Most Realtors have their trusted sources that they heed as the basis for their business decisions. However, many of our usual indicators are muddled and are not sending clear… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Buy Smart
How Oregon Homeowners can ‘Rightsize’ to Fit their Changing Lifestyle
Are you ready to downsize your living space, but are overwhelmed by the magnitude of this undertaking? You are not alone. This has been the year for many people to simplify their lives—and this trend is not limited to the elderly. Our recent recession seems to have reset the priorities of many homeowners. People are… Read more »
What does a homebuyer look like in the Eugene-Springfield real estate market?
America’s dream of homeownership is alive and strong. However, the demographic of homebuyers and what they are seeking is changing. In assisting sellers to procure the highest price and best terms for them, as a Realtor I must recognize who the likely buyer will be of their home; who will be the best match; and… Read more »
Real Estate Market Poses Negotiation Challenges for Lane County Homebuyers and Sellers
Following the recent recession, today’s consumers recognize that all real estate does not always increase in value. Many consumers experienced firsthand the negative financial impact of an untimely downturn when they had to sell their home. The result of this new-found wisdom is that today’s homebuyers are determined to avoid overpaying for a home and… Read more »
Understanding Post-Recessionary Homebuyers’ Priorities in Eugene, Oregon
Since the 2007 recession, there has been a shift in the way consumers think and act. Nowhere is the shift more evident than in the homebuyers of today’s real estate market. In today’s real estate market, homebuyers no longer feel certain that their home purchases are bulletproof or foolproof. Why Would You Buy A Home?… Read more »
