Brad Hanks, Bellingham Real Estate Broker

03/06/2024

Housing demand continues to grow, as prices are still heading up. Would a recession derail the housing market?

There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years.

01/29/2024

"...[A]ging Americans changing their housing arrangements to accommodate aging..."

Can you say "ditching the stairs?" That's what I'm gonna do. One knee replacement is enough, thank-you-very-much.

Have you ever heard the term “Silver Tsunami” and wondered what it's all about?

01/24/2024

"The lack of housing supply was partly driven by the rate lock-in effect..."

If you’re looking to buy a home, the recent downward trend in mortgage rates is good news because it helps with affordability.

01/23/2024

Real estate has a language all its own. Here's a sampling of some of the terms you should be familiar with...

Buying a home is a big deal and can feel especially complicated if you don't know the terms used during the process.

01/22/2024

Is 2024 the year to sell? If you answered "yes," these tips will help you be successful.

If one of the goals on your list is selling your house and making a move this year, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement about what’s ahead and feeling a little sentimental about your current home.

01/15/2024

"Homeownership is the number one way to build wealth in America."

Buying a home is a powerful decision, and it remains at the heart of the American Dream.

12/13/2023

If you're thinking about moving, it's important to know what's happening in the housing market.

05/10/2023

We continue to expect that mortgage rates will drift down over the course of the year as the economy slows . . .”

If you’re reading headlines about inflation or mortgage rates, you may see something about the recent decision from the Federal Reserve.

05/09/2023

Lending has tightened, unemployment recovered faster and there are fewer homes for sale. Just a few of the reasons we're not going back to 2008.

There’s been some concern lately that the housing market is headed for a crash.

05/03/2023

Rates might be up, but buyer demand is still there.

If you’re a homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house.