Amanda Spears, Realtor - Bellator Real Estate

08/15/2022

The desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. If you’re thinking about buying a home this year, here are just a few reasons why so many people see the value of homeownership.

There are several benefits to owning your home. A significant one, especially when inflation is high like it is today, is that homeownership can help protect you from rising costs. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), explains, “Renters actually have a harder time in inflationary periods, because rents tend to rise along with inflation, whereas mortgage payments stay the same for homeowners with fixed-rate mortgages.”

When you buy a home with a fixed-rate mortgage, you can lock in what's likely your biggest monthly expense – your housing payment – for the duration of that loan, often 15-30 years. That...

The desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the increase, the graph below shows the homeownership rate over the last year:

08/15/2022

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08/13/2022

Congratulations to my clients 🎉

Amanda Spears, REALTOR®
Your Coastal Alabama real estate resource!
amandaspears.gobellator.com




Spears Group Real Estate Associates - Bellator Real Estate and Development
Bellator Real Estate & Development

08/12/2022

Are you wondering what a recession could do to home values? Historical data proves an economic slowdown doesn’t mean prices will fall. In 4 of the last 6 recessions, home prices actually appreciated. This goes to show 2008 wasn’t the norm. DM me, and let’s discuss why history shows an economic slowdown doesn’t equal a housing crisis.

08/12/2022

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08/12/2022

to our Top Teams across Bellator! You all 100% earned your spot on this month's board with hard work, dedication and market knowledge. 💪💪

So, what is a Real Estate team at Bellator, you ask? It's a team of real estate professionals that have partnered together to offer their clients the best services possible in with collaboration from other qualified professionals, widening their network of potential buyers for your property for sale or more listing opportunities for their buyers. They work together for your success. At Bellator, teamwork makes the DREAM work! Way to go, teams!

📌 goBellator.com

08/11/2022

Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, you probably want to know: will home prices fall this year?

>>Last Year’s Rapid Home Price Growth Wasn’t the Norm

In 2021, home prices appreciated quickly. There were more people looking to make a purchase than there were homes available for sale. That led to competitive bidding wars which drove prices up.

That appreciation was greater than the pre-pandemic norm which was typically around 3.8%. This goes to show, 2021 was an anomaly in the housing market spurred by more buyers than homes for sale.

>>Home Price Appreciation Moderates Today

This year, home price appreciation is slowing from the feverish pace the market saw over the past two years. According to the latest forecasts, experts say on average, nationwide, prices will still appreciate by roughly 10% in 2022.

Even though housing supply is growing today, it’s still low overall...

Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, you probably want to know: will home prices fall this year? Let’s break down what’s happening with home prices, where experts say they’re headed, and why this matters for your homeownership goals.

08/10/2022

Don’t try to time the market! If you think you might be ready to buy or sell, but you’re unsure about the logistics, contact me and let's explore your options.

Amanda Spears, REALTOR®
Your Coastal Alabama real estate resource!
amandaspears.gobellator.com




Spears Group Real Estate Associates - Bellator Real Estate and Development
Bellator Real Estate & Development

08/10/2022

If you’re thinking about making a move, you probably want to know what’s going to happen to home prices for the rest of the year. While experts say price growth will moderate, ongoing appreciation is expected. That means home prices won’t fall. DM me if you want to learn more.

08/09/2022

While home prices are still appreciating in most markets and experts say that will continue, they’re climbing at a slower pace because rising mortgage rates are creating less buyer demand. Because of this, there are more homes on the market. And in a shift like this one, the way you price your home matters more than ever.

During the pandemic, sellers could price their home higher because demand was so high, and supply was so low. This year, things are shifting, and that means your approach to pricing your house needs to shift too. Because we’re seeing less buyer demand, sellers have to recognize this is a different market than it was during the pandemic. Here’s what’s at stake if you don’t.

The price you set for your house sends a message to potential buyers. If you price it too high, you run the risk of deterring buyers. When that happens, you may have to lower the price to try to reignite...

There’s no doubt about the fact that the housing market is slowing from the frenzy we saw over the past two years. But what does that mean for you if you’re thinking of selling your house?

08/08/2022

The supply of homes for sale has been increasing, and that gives you a better chance of finding the home of your dreams. Let's connect today so you can start exploring homes in our local market.

08/05/2022

The housing market is shifting away from the intensity of the past two years. Here’s what experts project for the remainder of 2022. Home prices are forecast to rise more moderately than last year. Mortgage rates will respond to inflation, and home sales will be more in line with pre-pandemic years. DM me so you can make your best move this year.

Some Highlights The housing market is shifting away from the intensity of the past two years. Here’s what experts project for the remainder of 2022. Home prices are forecast to rise more moderately than last year. Mortgage rates will respond to inflation, and home sales will be more in line with p...