by The Friend Team | Jan 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19%, driven primarily by low mortgage rates and a major supply shortage.1 But...
by The Friend Team | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Summer is among us, and ensuring your air conditioning system is in top shape is essential for staying cool and comfortable during the hot months ahead. As a home inspector, I recommend homeowners follow these steps to check their air conditioning system before...
by The Friend Team | Apr 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
From wildfires to floods, the past few years have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to the United States. In 2023 alone, there were 28 individual weather-related disasters that caused at least $1 billion in damages each.1 These events...
by The Friend Team | Mar 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
When you’ve lived somewhere for many years, it can be tough to say goodbye. But if you (or a loved one) currently have a home that is bigger than necessary or is too high maintenance, it may be time to trade unused square footage for a smaller, more manageable...
by The Friend Team | Jan 15, 2024 | Buyers, People, Sellers
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. The Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation.1 And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing...
