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5 Ways To Write A Winning Offer In Today’s Real Estate Market

May 5, 2022 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

  Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of them are also feeling desperate to lock in a mortgage—which has only added fuel to the fire.1   Fortunately, if you’re a buyer struggling to find a home, we have some good news. While Continue Reading

Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types

March 3, 2022 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars, inflation impacts you. Economists expect the effects of inflation, like a higher cost of goods, to continue.2 Luckily, an investment in real estate can ease some of the financial Continue Reading

Take Advantage of Your Home Equity: A Homeowner’s Guide

January 13, 2022 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

Homeownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeownership have less crime and more civic engagement. Additionally, studies show that homeowners are happier and healthier than renters, and their children do better in school.1 But one of the biggest Continue Reading

A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022

January 3, 2022 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.1 However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing market was beginning to simmer down. In the month of October, only 60.3% of sales involved a bidding war—down from a high of Continue Reading

Buying & Selling Your Home At The Same Time

September 29, 2021 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels like it's dwindling.¹ You're not alone either if you're already feeling drained by the complex logistics of trying to sell and buy a new home all at Continue Reading

Appraisal Gaps In Today’s Market

July 1, 2021 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1 the appraisal process—historically a standard part of a home purchase—is receiving more attention than ever.   That’s because some sellers are finding out the hard way that a Continue Reading

Finding A New Home For Your Next Stage of Life

May 14, 2021 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right? For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical.1 A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a tiny apartment. That same space, to a growing family, would feel stifling. For empty nesters, a large Continue Reading

Buying or Selling Real Estate During COVID

June 18, 2020 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

Summer is usually the best time to buy or sell your home. However, with the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases, many people are questioning whether this is the right time to jump into the real estate market. Here are some good tips for Sellers and Buyers to safely maneuver in today’s market. Due to low inventory, it is a currently a Seller’s market. It is more important than ever for your agent Continue Reading

Moving With Pets

May 8, 2020 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

MOVING WITH PETS by Bunny Bennett - Designated Moving With Pets Specialist   Scouting the New Community   Before you decide on a new property be sure that it has all of the basic necessities and amenities your pet will need. Ask you real estate agent to provide you with a list of nearby veterinarians, dog parks, groomers, day care, boarding facilities, and pet Continue Reading

Creating Your Cat’s Dream Home

July 26, 2019 by O'Farrell Realty Leave a Comment

CREATING YOUR CAT'S DREAM HOME by Bunny Bennett**   Congratulations, you have found your dream home and, as you prepare to move, you realize that the home might not have a great area for your beloved family cat. In this blog, you will find some great ideas for turning your dream home into your kitty’s dream home. Your feline companions require a litter box, food, water, and the Continue Reading

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