Matt Morano

4 Reasons to Sell This Spring

No need to wait! Buyer demand continues to outpace the supply of homes for sale which means that buyers are often competing with one another for the few listings that are available! Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply needed to sustain a normal housing market. Perhaps the time has come for you and […]

What is the definition of an agent?

I’m ready to help you!  At Lake Realty, there is never a fee to the buyer.

The mortgage process.

What you need to know. Many buyers are purchasing a home with a down payment as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Take advantage of the knowledge of your local professionals who are there to help you determine how much you can afford.  

Mortgage rates on the rise so far this year.

But that’s not necessarily bad news. Mortgage rates are on the rise so far this year. But that’s not a bad sign! In a good economy, rising mortgage rates increase demand as many prospective purchasers immediately jump off the fence to guarantee they get the lower rate. As seen in the graphic, home prices APPRECIATED […]

Certified New Home Co-Broker

To serve you better. The challenge in today’s market is to be able to serve a new home shopper and a resale shopper with the same high level of service. That’s why I earned my New Home Co-Broker Designation. According to the National Association of Realtors, Realtors sell 63% of new homes. And—according to a […]

Where are mortgage rates headed in 2018?

Heading higher… According to Freddie Mac’s U.S. Housing Marketing Outlook, interest rates are expected to slowly but surely head higher in 2018.  What does this mean for you if you are considering buying a new home? Depending on the amount of the loan that you secure, a half of a percent (.5%) increase in interest […]