Monthly Archives: November 2021
How smart buyers should approach rising mortgage rates
Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 3.1%, and experts project rates will continue rising through 2022: “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 2.95 in the third quarter of 22021. We forecast mortgage rates to increase slightly through the remainder of the year and reach 3.0%, rising to 3.5%... Read More
Improve your home and its value
Improve Your Home and Its Value: 6 high-ROI ideas to increase the value of your house Home upgrades happen for different reasons but enhancing your home’s curb appeal and value are often at the top of the list. These projects can make it easier to enjoy your home knowing they carry a return on investment... Read More
November 2021 Real Estate Market Update
Schuylkill & Berks County Real Estate Report NAR just released their September Existing Home Sales report. Month-over-month sales were up 7% over August numbers but down 2.3% year-over-year. Yes the market is indeed slowing. We felt it in our office since August – that while we were still busy with buyers and putting in lots of... Read More