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A 5-Year Overview: New Listings in Fairfield County vs. the Entire MLS Introduction: The real estate market is an ever-evolving landscape, influenced by a multitude of factors, including economic conditions, population trends, and regional preferences. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a five-year history of new listings in Fairfield County, Connecticut, comparing it to […]

As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling.  Now, however, rates are beginning to come down—and buyers are starting to reenter the market. In fact, the

Winter 2023 Connecticut Buyer. There’s no denying there’s a lot going on in the housing market this season. That may leave you with some questions about whether it still makes sense to buy or sell your house. Here are three of the top questions you may be asking, and the data that helps answer them

The desire to own a home is strong. In fact, according to the HUD and the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the increase, the graph below shows the homeownership rate over the last year: That data shows more than half of the U.S. population live in a home they

What is happening with home prices, where “experts” say they’re headed, and what your homeownership goals may become.   Last Year’s Rapid Home Price Growth went Wild In 2021, home prices appreciated quickly. Why may be due to record-low mortgage rates motivating more buyers to enter the market. As a result, there were more people

Steve Schappert – Realtor 📞 Call or Text Steve Schappert at 203-994-3950✉️ Email: [email protected] Listings Are On The Rise! Steve Schappert Has the Best News for Everyone It’s an exciting time in the real estate market. Inventory is growing, giving buyers more options and sellers more opportunities to stand out. Whether you’re planning to buy