Real Estate with Jeffrey Simons

Knowledge Is Power When It Comes to Appraisals and Inspections

Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection. That’s because high buyer demand and low housing supply are driving intense competition and leading some buyers to consider waiving those contingencies to stand out in the crowded market.

A Checklist for Selling Your House This Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]

Friday December 3rd, 2021Wednesday December 1st, 2021 KCM Crew

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Tips for Single Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality

Thursday December 2nd, 2021Wednesday November 24th, 2021 KCM Crew

If you’re living on your own and looking to buy a home, know that you can make your dream a reality with thoughtful planning and the right team of experts. Research from Freddie Mac shows 28% of all households (36.1 million) are sole-person, and that number is growing. Over the past 40 years, the number of sole-person households has nearly doubled, and that’s a trend that’s expected to continue. According to Freddie Mac: (more…)

How To Think Strategically as a Buyer in Today’s Market

Wednesday December 1st, 2021Wednesday November 24th, 2021 KCM Crew

The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game. (more…)

Home Is Where the Heart Is More than Ever This Year

Tuesday November 30th, 2021Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 KCM Crew

There’s no denying the financial benefits of homeownership, but what’s often overlooked are the feelings of gratitude, security, pride, and comfort we get from owning a home. This year, those emotions are stronger than ever. We’ve lived through a time that has truly changed our needs and who we are, and as a result, homeownership has a whole new meaning for many of us. (more…)

Why Now Is a Great Time To Sell Your House

Monday November 29th, 2021Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 KCM Crew

As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses their changing lifestyles. (more…)