Real Estatin' the Facts

   Here's the weekly round-up of news. Check it out, save it for later, and/or share it with your friends. Enjoy! What to know if you’re thinking about buying a home soon Source: Market Watch With mortgage rates near historic lows and housing prices on the rise, potential homebuyers may be wondering whether they should buy now. Experts say to stop trying to time the market looking for the perfect time to buy and instead, focus on your personal circumstances. For instance, if you plan to be in the home for 5 years or more, buying instead of renting likely makes the most sense. But understand what you can truly afford, and don’t get caught up in the real estate frenzy.  READ MORE...  How the pandemic changed the housing market  Source: Marketplace As with many other industries, the pandemic accelerated technological change in real estate. Going forward home buying will be different from what we were once used to. For instance, home searching will be much more high-tech, such as using