Real Estate Expertise 2023 Brought to You By Michelle Roberts – O’Donnell — Happy New Year 2023
Experts Predict What the Housing Market Will Look Like in 2023
The housing market is sending clearer signals that historically low mortgage rates and the home-buying frenzy have come to an end. As we near the end of 2022, here’s a look at the expectations of real estate experts for 2023. We expect to see some buyer advantages in the form of 22.8% more homes for sale.
NAR Forecasts 4.78 Million Existing-Home Sales, Stable Prices in 2023
Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist and senior VP of research, forecasts that 4.78 million existing homes will be sold, prices will remain stable, and Atlanta will be the top real estate market to watch in 2023 and beyond. Yun predicts home sales will decline by 6.8% compared to 2022 and the median home price will reach $385,800.
Making Good Financial Decisions for Your Home in 2023
A new year brings new possibilities to take control of your personal finances: Save more, spend less and set big goals about making smart decisions with your money. With buyers holding back due to high-interest rates and housing prices falling across the country, more homeowners will be hunkering down and waiting to think about selling until the market feels somewhat stable again. If you’re planning to stay put for the foreseeable future, now is the time to make sure your house feels like home.
10 Designers Share the Biggest Interiors Trends of 2023
New year, new you and a new place to match? We’re thinking about how to update our spaces with the latest trends. Though our personal quarters are meant to reflect our own aesthetics, staying up to date on the most recent fads can also offer a breath of fresh air.
Household Energy Costs Expected to Rise This Winter
Americans can expect a higher-than-normal spike in household energy costs this winter, according to nonprofit data center USAFacts and the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Winter Fuels Outlook.
101 Snow Games and Activities for Kids
After a heavy snowfall hits, it can be tempting to stay snuggled indoors with a few board games and a kettle of hot cocoa, but after a day or two, the cabin fever gets real. While the occasional day spent hunkered down can feel cozy, staying inside all day brings down your energy and can leave you feeling restless, especially when you’re with kids. So do some snow games or snow activities instead!
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