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General Community News What’s Your Real Home Value in the 2025 Market? If you’ve checked home prices in the past few years, you know too well that they’re always rising. But if you’re a current homeowner, have you considered what this might mean for your own home value? It may be that your home is worth far more than you think in 2025. While rising prices are […]
General Community News Mortgage Rates Drop to the Lowest Point in 2025 So Far If you’ve been holding off on buying a home for a lower mortgage rate, take another look at the market. Mortgage rates are trending downward, and they just hit their lowest point of the year so far. According to a report from Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have been falling for seven straight weeks. The average […]
General Community News Can You Buy a Home in 2025 Without Waiting for Lower Rates? Like many homebuyers, you may be waiting for rates to drop before you finally buy a home this year. The latest expert reports predict that rates will continue to fall, but not as low as many hope. While this may be discouraging, the good news is that there are still ways you can buy a […]
Affiliated Updates Century 21 Affiliated Ranked #1 in the World for the 11th Year in a Row MADISON, WI, March 3, 2025 – CENTURY 21 Affiliated is once again the #1 CENTURY 21® franchise in the world, marking an unprecedented 11th consecutive year at #1, and locking in the title of the most successful franchise in the history of CENTURY 21®. This milestone reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and […]
General Community News 3 Questions About Selling Your House You May Be Asking Selling a house is one of the most significant financial and emotional decisions a homeowner can make, and unanswered questions about the market make this decision even harder. Sometimes, sellers’ concerns are based on misconceptions or outdated info, but can be quickly alleviated with a trustworthy agent’s help. If your own uncertainty about the market […]
General Community News Top 10 Best Real Estate Markets for First-Time Buyers in 2025 If you’re like many aspiring homebuyers, the rising cost of living might feel like a major roadblock. From groceries to gas, and yes, especially home prices, everything seems to be getting more expensive. But even in today’s market, there are still ways to make your homeownership dreams a reality. The key is knowing the current […]
General Community News Home Price Growth Is Slowing in 2025 – What Does That Mean for You? Over the past few years, home prices have skyrocketed as demand has increased and supply has stiffened. It’s been a frustrating market for buyers, leaving many to doubt their chances of ever owning their own home. But the early weeks of 2025 have brought welcome news: the pace of home price growth is finally slowing […]
General Community News 2025 Housing Market Predictions: What Do the Experts Say? Wondering how the housing market is expected to change in 2025? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? As always, the best way to get that information is to consult the pros. Experts are constantly refining their predictions in response to changes in the […]
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General Community News 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring Buying a home before spring Let’s face it – buying a home can feel like a challenge with today’s mortgage rates. You might even be thinking, “Should I just wait until spring when more homes hit the market and rates might be lower?” But here’s the thing, no one knows for sure where mortgage rates […]
General Community News Closing on a House: A Step-By-Step Buyer’s Guide The process of closing on a house is the final stretch before home ownership is transferred and the property becomes legally yours. If you’re a new homebuyer, the closing process and its various steps can be confusing and intimidating. This short guide will outline the home closing process and help simplify your final steps to […]
General Community News What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy a House? Buying a house is a major milestone for many people, but it can also be a daunting process. One of the biggest concerns for potential homebuyers is their credit score. So what credit score do you need to buy a house in Wisconsin? Let’s explore this question and how it relates to the housing market. […]
General Community News Modular Homes vs. Regular Homes: How Do They Compare? Between the woes of rising home prices and a lack of new inventory, many eager home buyers are exploring newer, more accessible options for achieving home ownership. One increasingly popular choice among new homeowners is the modular home, a type of prefabricated housing designed to offer increased affordability, customizability, and even construction quality over conventional […]
General Community News Why Pre-Approval Is Your Homebuying Game Changer If you’re thinking about buying a home, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you definitely don’t want to skip. So, before you start picturing yourself in your new living room or dining on your future all-season patio, be sure you’re working with a trusted lender to prioritize this essential step. Here’s why. While […]
General Community News CENTURY 21 Affiliated Named the Top Ranked Franchise in CENTURY 21 for the Tenth Consecutive Year CENTURY 21 Affiliated, the leading real estate franchise within CENTURY 21®, recently announced its remarkable achievement of being named the #1 CENTURY 21 franchise in the world for the tenth year in a row. This unprecedented accomplishment of a CENTURY 21 franchise highlights CENTURY 21 Affiliated’s unwavering commitment to providing outstanding service and unmatched expertise […]