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What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?

The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring.

The Power of Pre-Approval

If you’re buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge.

Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Since inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home.
Energy prices have increased over the last year, so look for energy-efficient features in your home search.

What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?

If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. It’s also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the home prior to lending a buyer money for the purchase. Here’s the breakdown of each one and why they’re both important when buying a home.

The inspection is a major part of the home selling process.
Many buyers used to waive inspections to be more competitive with their offer, but recently, inspections and repairs are becoming popular again.