Eric Colcord - Certified Residential Appraiser - Metro Atlanta

Affordability is a top priority for many buyers, especially with today’s mortgage rates and rising home prices. If you work remotely either full or part-time, broadening your search to include other nearby areas could be the key to finding your dream home within your budget. DM me today to explore all your options.



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If you’ve recently retired, you may be trying to decide what you want to do after you sell your current house. You're likely wondering whether to buy your next home or opt for a rental. Here’s what you should know. Buying comes with significant advantages that renting just can't match. DM me so we can chat about finding a home that better fits your changing needs.



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Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses?

Are you a baby boomer who’s lived in your current house for a long time and you’re ready for a change? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you have a lot to consider. Will you move to a different state or stay nearby? Is it time to downsize or do you want more space to accommodate your loved ones? But maybe the biggest consideration boils down to this – will you buy your next home or choose to rent instead?

That decision ultimately depends on your current situation and your future plans. Here are two important factors to help you decide what’s right for you.

Expect Rents to Keep Going Up

Rents have been going up consistently over the long run. If you choose to rent, there’s a risk your rental payment will go up each time you renew your lease. Having a higher rental expense may not be something you want to deal with every...



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Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses? Are you a baby boomer who’s lived in your current house for a long time and you’re ready for a change?

Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future

If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates. Since mortgage rates impact what you can afford when you take out a home loan – and affordability is a challenge today – it’s a good time to look at the big picture of where mortgage rates have been historically compared to where they are now.

Giving Context to the Sticker Shock

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the start of last year. But even with that rise, today’s rates are still below the 52-year average.

That’s important because it explains why the recent jump in rates might have you feeling sticker shock even though they’re close to their long-term average. While many buyers have adjusted to the elevated rates over the past year, a slightly lower rate would be a welcome sight. To determine if that’s a...



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Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates.