EXIT Oceanside Realty Blog
In 2017 46% of baby boomers and 12% of people aged 45 to 64 who sold a home, did so to downsize (According to the National Association of Realtors). In 2018 an AARP study found that 77% of people over 50 want to age in place, which meant moving to a smaller, more manageable, more accessible home. Today, home prices make the prospect of adding to the nest egg near impossible to ignore. But, the reality of downsizing for many seems like an insurmountable task. The job of clearing out decades of be...
In the last year, we have arrived at what Realtors call a “low inventory” market and what experts call a housing crisis. In lamen’s terms, this means that there are not enough houses available for the number of qualified buyers out there looking. This fact has many buyers looking to build rather than buy, however, the process for purchasing a new build is quite different from your average real estate transaction.
If you’re thinking about this path to homeownership we’re sure you have questions...
On my list of things I wish I had learned in school rather than Pi is understanding Credit. There’s a lot of chatter out there about credit scores, but how many of us really understand what it means? And more importantly how many of us truly understand how to use it as a tool to reach our goals. Today on the blog we are answering your credit questions!
First, What is Credit? What is a credit report and why do we care about our credit score?
Credit is the ability to borrow money or access goods...
The current market and housing shortage has made it nearly impossible for many homebuyers, especially first time home buyers, to find a home. This fact has many buyers considering a “fixer-upper” and asking their faithful realtor to weigh in on the decision. At EXIT Oceanside Realty we nurture a culture where people come first. This means that we want the best for our clients even if that means advising them against a purchase that isn't in the client’s best interest. So is buying a fixer upper...
It has been a sellers market for what feels like an eon and while many buyers feel discouraged, the savvy among them have gotten strategic. But, what does that even mean? The reality is that the average buyer doesn’t even know where to start when it comes to real estate strategy. Lucky for you, we at EXIT Oceanside Realty are here to help.
Strategic Step One- Get Pre-Qualified
No, getting pre-qualified does not negatively impact your credit score. No, getting pre-qualified does not commit you t...
Whether you're spring cleaning or preparing your home to sell don't forget the outside! Your home's curb appeal says so much and a few simple and inexpensive updates can make a big difference! Wondering where to start? Click here to download our Free Curb Appeal Checklist!
Yay! You put in an offer on the cutest house and it was accepted, but what now? Below we will walk you through the four phases in the purchase process and help you understand what everything means. Remember that your EXIT Agent is your number one resource for all things home purchase. Reach out to them with any questions or concerns.
