McBride Kelly Real Estate News & Advice

Buying a home is likely to be the largest purchase you make in your lifetime.  Helping you every step of the way is our job and we will perform it as efficiently and effectively as possible.  Our blog is intended to provide you with as much helpful background information and advice as possible.  Please reach out if you have any questions at all. We would love to talk with you!

Aug. 5, 2024

What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Equity




Curious about selling your home? Understanding how much equity you have is the first step to unlocking what you can afford when you move. And since home prices rose so much over the past few years, most people have much more equity than they may realize.

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Posted in Market Updates
Aug. 5, 2024

Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?



Figuring out what to do with your house when you're ready to move can be a big decision. Should you sell it and use the money for your next adventure, or keep it as a rental to build long-term wealth?

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Posted in Seller Information
Aug. 5, 2024

The Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now



The housing market is going through a transition. Higher mortgage rates are causing more moderate buyer activity at the same time the supply of homes for sale is growing.

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Posted in Seller Information
July 26, 2024

How the Economy Impacts Mortgage Rates



As someone who’s thinking about buying or selling a home, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates – and wondering what's ahead.

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Posted in Market Updates
July 26, 2024

Why Working with a Real Estate Professional Is Crucial Right Now



Navigating the housing market can be tricky, especially these days. That's why having an experienced guide when buying or selling a home is so important. The market isn't exactly straightforward right now, and working with a real estate expert can offer insights and advice that make all the difference.

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Posted in Home Buying Tips
July 26, 2024

Why Fixing Up Your House Can Help It Sell Faster



 If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know there are buyers who are ready and able to pay today’s high prices. But they want a home that’s move-in ready. A recent press release from Redfin explains:

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Posted in Seller Information
June 20, 2024

Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables



Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now. You may even see some headlines talking about last week’s Federal Reserve (the Fed) meeting and what it means for rates. But the Fed doesn’t determine mortgage rates, even if the headlines make it sound like they do.

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Posted in Home Buying Tips
June 20, 2024

What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs



There's no denying it's gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today's mortgage rates and home price appreciation. And that may be one of the big reasons you’re eager to look into grants and assistance programs to see if there’s anything you qualify for that can help. But unfortunately, many homebuyers feel like they don’t know where to start. 

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Posted in Home Buying Tips
June 3, 2024

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today



Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there’s a lot to consider.

But, there's one way to avoid getting tripped up – and that’s leaning on a real estate agent for the best possible advice. An expert’s insights will help you avoid some of the most common mistakes homebuyers are making right now.

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Posted in Home Buying Tips
June 3, 2024

How an Agent Helps Market Your House



You’re ready to sell your house. But what do you need most from your real estate agent? Well, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked that very question to recent sellers and found one of the top things they were looking for is help marketing their house to potential buyers. Maybe that’s what you need the most help with too.

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Posted in Seller Information