Why Homeowners Feel Thankful for Their Homes [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 24, 2023. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Some HighlightsHere are three reasons why homeowners feel thankful for their homes. First, it’s a safe place that can give you a greater sense of comfort, safety, and security.Second, it gives you freedom of expression. From the color of the paint to the art on the walls, you can express your style and your personality.Third, it provides a sense of community. Owning your home helps you build lasting friendships with neighbors and connects you to your community. If you’re thinking of buying a home and want to hear more about the potential benefits, talk with a local real estate agent.

Why Homeowners Are Thankful They Own

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 23, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Countless people have set out on the exciting journey of homeownership. Ask around and you’ll find the vast majority are thankful they took the leap and bought a home. But why? It’s because of the many emotional and lifestyle benefits that come with being a homeowner.So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to rent or buy a home, here are just a few of the many benefits you could look forward to if you buy.It’s a Safe HavenOwning a home goes beyond just having a roof over your head. It provides a sense of security and safety. In fact, in a survey from Fannie Mae, respondents say “having a...

New Water / Sewer line Construction-Installation

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 23, 2023. Posted in St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

View information on how to inquire about new water and sewer service construction and installation.

Home Prices Still Growing – Just at a More Normal Pace

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 22, 2023. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

If you’re feeling a bit muddy on what’s happening with home prices, that’s no surprise. Some people are still saying prices are falling, even though data proves otherwise. Part of that misconception is because people are getting their information from unreliable sources. But it’s also coming from some media coverage misrepresenting what the data really shows.So, to keep things simple, here’s what you really need to know using real data you can trust.Normal Home Price Seasonality Explained In the housing market, there are predictable ebbs and flows that happen each year. It’s called seasonality....

Are There Actually More Homes for Sale Right Now?

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 21, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

If you’re looking to make a move, you want to be sure you have the latest information on the housing market. To help make that possible, here’s an update on the supply of homes for sale today. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, the number of homes available in your local market matters to you. Take a look below. What’s the Truth About Today’s Housing Inventory?While the story for the past few years has been how few homes are on the market, recent national data may leave you feeling a bit confused. That’s because Realtor.com shows inventory is actually growing a bit month-over-month in many...

Is Your House the Top Thing on a Buyer’s Wish List this Holiday Season?

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 20, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Selling Myths, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

This time every year, homeowners who are planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait until after the holidays? Some sellers with homes already on the market may even remove their listing until the new year.But the truth is, many buyers want to purchase a home for the holidays, and your house might be just what they’re looking for. As an article from Fortune Builders explains:“ . . . while a majority of people take a step back from the real estate market during the holiday months, you may find when the temperature drops, your potential for a great real estate deal starts to rise.”To...

Agendas & Minutes

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 18, 2023. Posted in St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Agendas for City Commission meetings are posted by 5 p.m. on Tuesday prior to the upcoming City Commission meeting.

2024 Housing Market Forecast [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 17, 2023. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Pricing, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Some HighlightsThinking of buying or selling a house and wondering what the new year holds for the housing market? Experts forecast home prices to end this year up 2.8% and to rise another 1.5% in 2024. And climbing prices help make homeownership a good investment.Plus, home sales are projected to increase in 2024. That’s good news because it means experts are forecasting more activity as people continue to move.If you’re planning to buy or sell, it’s helpful to know what experts project for the housing market. Connect with a local real estate agent to talk about the latest forecasts and...

People Are Still Moving, Even with Today’s Affordability Challenges

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 16, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you might have heard that it’s tough right now because mortgage rates are higher than they’ve been over the past few years, and home prices are rising. That much is true. Take a look at the graph below. It breaks down how the current affordability situation stacks up to recent years. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains how to read the values on the graph:“To interpret the indices, a value of 100 means that a family with the median income has exactly enough income to qualify for a mortgage on a median-priced home.”The black...

Nights of Pints

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on November 16, 2023. Posted in Community, Holiday Events, Special Events, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage, Things to Do.

The 7th annual Nights of Pints The 7th annual Nights of Pints – at three St. Augustine breweries – is November 17 – December 31, 2023. Locally brewed beer for a cause — at Dog Rose Brewing Company, Ancient City Brewing, and Bootlegger Beach Brewing at Jack’s BBQ. The event was started in 2017 by the breweries as a way to give back to nonprofit organizations in the area while enjoying the festivities during the Nights of Lights. 2023 shirts – featuring “Bad” Santa with tattoos of St. Augustine landmarks (the fort and the lighthouse) – will be available for purchase at any of the three breweries. ...

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