Last March, many involved in the residential housing industry feared the market would be crushed under the pressure of a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic. Instead, real estate had one of its best years ever. Home sales and prices were both up substantially over the year before.

Believe it or not, the seasons really do impact the housing market. Home sales slow down in the colder months and they heat up in the warm months. Now that the country is starting to thaw from a frosty winter, the red hot housing market will get even hotter. The team at Streamline Realty is here to walk you through why springtime is the right time to sell your home.

Many people have thought about buying a home, but have not taken the leap because they fear the dreaded down payment. However, you are probably much closer to having a down payment on your dream home than you realize. The team at Streamline Realty is here to explain why fears over a down payment should not deter you from trying to buy a new home.

… Much of what is being written has been focused on those looking to buy homes. While this is completely reasonable, it ignores the fact that right now is actually the perfect time to sell your home. The team at Streamline Realty is here to walk you through why now is a great time to put your house on the market.

Having a dedicated workplace in your house should be a priority for your home-based business, whether it’s getting creative with repurposing an unused area of your home or buying a bigger home. If you’re set on finding a new home that’s more appropriate for your needs, the Streamline Realty team can help.

Millennials accounted for about 38% of all home purchases last year, which is a large chunk of overall real estate transactions. For the first time, the much maligned millennial generation is becoming a major player in real estate markets. Like most things, they are doing it in a way that is different from previous generations. So, what are the home buying habits of millennials?

Halfway through 2020 almost 20% of all adults in the United States ended up moving somewhere because of the pandemic. No matter how far the move is, there is one simple truth for anyone who has to do it -- moving is not fun. With that in mind, the team at Streamline Realty wants to take a deeper dive into the reasons why so many moved in 2020.

As good as home sales were last year, many sat on the sidelines waiting for early pandemic predictions to play out. Many sat back and waited for the crash, so that they could buy a house at a bargain. The data is clear. Don’t wait for a bargain. Buy a house now.

For many, the decision on whether or not to buy a new home or continue to rent is a logical one that comes down to dollars and cents. Is it more affordable in the long run to continue to rent or is it a better value to buy one of your own?

Some people think that being your own realtor is a good idea because it can save on realtor fees. However, while it might seem tempting to be your own realtor when buying or selling a home, it is far better to work with a professional. Realty transactions are far more complex than most people realize. That is why it is always best to work with a professional and experienced realtor when buying or selling your home.

In the past decade, the median age to buy a home has increased a full 8 years. Why is that? Why are Millennials and Generation Z waiting so long to buy a home? The team at Streamline Realty wants to break down some of the factors behind why younger generations are waiting to buy homes. We also want to look at some data that might indicate this trend is turning around.

While many sectors of the economy were hurt, home sales and prices soared. No matter what you think of 2020, it’s now time to focus on 2021. With that, we have our top new year resolutions to sell your home in 2021.

Many types of homebuyers are trying to take advantage of low mortgage rates all while home inventory remains low. This has led to a situation where if you are trying to buy a home, you will find yourself in a bidding war. Don’t worry about whether or not there will be other bidders on a home you want. Instead focus on how to win a bidding war.

As we head into the heart of the holiday season, families prepare for extended time off from school and work. Apparently, the real estate market didn’t get the memo that this is supposed to be vacation time. There seems to be no let up in the home market. The team at Streamline Realty is here to breakdown why this year is so different and what we can expect in home sales to close out the year.

Just because the pandemic is making it harder to go to the gym, that doesn’t mean you have to cut exercise out of your routine. There are plenty of easy ways to give yourself everything you need to get a good workout at home. Here are some tips for building an in-home gym.

All over the country, homeowners are having a difficult time finding the perfect couch to fill out their new living room. For nearly every type of furniture, items are on backorder and delivery dates cannot be scheduled for months out. This makes you wonder, why is furniture so hard to find? Why is there a huge furniture shortage? The team at Streamline Realty is here to break it down for you.

The team at Streamline Realty is here to talk about some of the ways that the holidays will be different because of COVID-19 restrictions. We firmly believe that just because things have to be different, it doesn’t mean that they cannot be enjoyable. We have some tips for you to have a wonderful Thanksgiving and stay safe at the same time.

In every vacation market in the United States, vacation home sales are through the roof. This trend is even hitting close to home. Vacation home sales in Massachusetts are skyrocketing. The team at Streamline Realty is here to look at the factors behind this trend and how it is playing out in our local real estate market.

Even though temperatures are starting to get cooler, the housing market is still heating up. With average home prices reaching record highs over last year’s prices, many are thinking it’s the perfect season to sell their home. If you want to take advantage of this seller’s market, then it is time to get your home ready for potential buyers. The team at Streamline Realty has some tips for you to prepare for selling your home in the fall. Even if you aren’t looking to sell, these tips will help you take care of your home as the temperatures drop.

All HOAs are different. They have different rules, different governing structures, and different levels of zealousness. Before you buy a condo or home in a community with an HOA you need the facts. It is important you know all of the positives and negatives of HOAs, so that you know if it is right for you.