Stephanie Ireland, Realtor,PMP’s Post

Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities Based on a recent study, in 22 of the top 50 metros, the monthly mortgage payment is lower than the rent payment. To see what makes the most sense for you, let’s sit down and crunch the numbers together. You may find you have the opportunity to forget renting for good. #theirelandgroup #finances #realestate #housing

More homes just hit the market – and that doesn’t usually happen in the fall. Thanks to a drop in mortgage rates, 11.6% more homes were listed for sale in September than at this time last year. That means you’ve got more options to choose from, so you can finally find the home you’ve been looking for. Let’s connect and take advantage of what’s out there while it lasts. #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

There are plenty of reasons to consider a newly built home today—inventory is up, and builders are offering incentives. But don’t forget the importance of having your own agent. Recent buyers who purchased a brand-new home agree their agent was more helpful than the builder rep throughout the process. You don’t want to make such a big purchase without the right team. So, let's connect. #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

Why an Agent Is Essential When Buying a Newly Built Home For some buyers, there’s a misconception that newly built homes aren’t made to last or fall short of the quality you can find in older homes. Unfortunately, this is turning some buyers away from what may be one of their best options in today’s housing market. So, is there any merit to the myth? Let’s break down the best way to make sure you feel good about looking into new home construction. That way, you’re not missing out on such a great option today. Choosing the Right Builder The key to making sure you get a quality newly built home is to... #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

Well worth the read especially for those engaged in the real estate industry. #realestate #housing #finances #realtor #linkedin #theirelandgroup #exprealty

Why a Condo Could Be Your Perfect First Home If you’re looking to break into homeownership but the price of single-family homes has you second-guessing, you might want to consider a condominium (condo) or townhome. These types of homes often come with a lower barrier to entry – and that can help you start to build equity and enjoy the benefits of owning a home sooner. And here’s some exciting news: builders are focusing more on homes like these. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) says: “The share of townhomes being built is at an all-time high.” That means there’s a good number of options to... #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

Worried about a housing market crash? Here's why supply and demand show you don't need to be. In a balanced market, we see about a 6 months’ supply of homes for sale – meaning supply and demand is about equal. Back in the 2008 crash, that jumped way up to 13 because there were too many homes for sale. And today, we have only a 4.2 months’ supply. This shows we're not even back to normal – and we’re really far off of what happened in 2008. That’s why a crash isn’t expected. #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

Wondering what it’s going to cost to sell your house? Here’s a rough idea of what to expect. Just remember, these are estimates. Your exact figures will vary depending on things like taxes where you live, what agent commissions you agree on upfront, and any concessions you offer to buyers. If you want to talk through this together to get a better idea of what to plan for, DM me. #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities Based on a recent study, in 22 of the top 50 metros, the monthly mortgage payment is lower than the rent payment. To see what makes the most sense for you, let’s sit down and crunch the numbers together. You may find you have the opportunity to forget renting for good. #theirelandgroup #realestate #finances #housing

The Top 3 Reasons Affordability Is Improving There are 3 big reasons affordability is improving today. Mortgage rates are coming down, home prices are moderating, and wages are rising. If you hit pause on your home search because it felt out of reach, maybe it’s time to dive back in. #theirelandgroup #finances #realestate #housing