National Real Estate Update February 2019 from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales  dipped to 5 million.  The median price for existing home sales decreased to $253.6K  down 1.4% from last month and up 2.9% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update  February 2019 – Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is down from last month to 4.45%.

Rates have gone down and there is a great inventory of homes and land here in our western mountains. If a mountain trip is on your mind,  please call me. I’m here and will be available to help you find your ideal home. We are just a short while from leaves on trees, mountainsides coming into bloom.  The moderating temperatures in the Cashiers and Highlands area bring a fresh feeling of things to come.

 

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National Real Estate Update January 2019 from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales rose to $5.3 million.  The median price for existing home sales increased to $257.7K, up 1% from last month and up 4.2% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update  January 2019 –

Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is up from last month to 4.87%.

A trip to the mountains in winter can provide a great break and great property selection.  Surprisingly , the southerly Cashiers and Highlands mountain plateau generally has a milder winter than just a bit farther north.  Should you plan a winter trip to look at land or homes, please give me a call…I’d love to help you find your ideal mountain property.  With leaves off trees, it’s a great time to tour, see the mountain elevations and get a deal before seasonal buyers flood the market!

 

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National Real Estate Update December 2018  from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales rose to $5.2 million.  The median price for existing home sales decreased to $255.4K, down 4.6%  from last month and up  3.8% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update  December 2018 –

Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is down from last month to 4.81%.

After enjoying the holiday season, a trip to the mountains in winter can provide a great break.  Surprisingly , the southerly Cashiers and Highlands mountain plateau generally has a milder winter than just a bit farther north.  Should you plan a winter trip to look at land or homes, please give me a call…I’d love to help you find your ideal mountain property.  With leaves off trees, it’s a great time to tour and see the mountain elevations!

 

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National Real Estate Update November 2018  from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales dipped to $5.2 million.  The median price for existing home sales decreased to $258K, down  2.8%  from last month and up  2.2% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update

November 2018

Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is up from last month to 4.85%.

Fall came late this year, many leaves on trees well into November.  If you are considering a trip to Highlands  or Cashiers, NC,  you’ll  see trucks loaded with Frazer Firs heading to cities and Christmas celebrations.    Give me a call today or after the holidays. With leaves off trees, property acreage shows well. I’m  ready to help you find your mountain dream home!

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National Real Estate Update October 2018  from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales held steady at $5.3 million.  The median price for existing home sales decreased to $264,000 down 1.7%  from last month and up  4.6% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update

October 2018

Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is up from last month to 4.65%.

Fall home sales continue to be strong.  Mountainsides show gorgeous hues as leaves change later this year.  This is a great time to visit the western NC mountains. Consider a trip to Highlands ,Cashiers, NC,  or east toward Asheville.  You will enjoy the fresh high mountain air and Fall leaf colors.  Give me a call today.  I’m  ready to help you find your mountain dream home!

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National Real Estate Update September 2018  from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales dipped to $5.3 million.  The median price for existing home sales decreased to $269,000 down 1.5%  from last month and up  4.5% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update

September 2018

Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is down from last month to 4.5%.

End of Summer season home sales continue strong.  The beautiful fall season is soon to arrive.  This is a great time to visit the western NC mountains. Consider a trip to Highlands ,Cashiers, NC,  or east toward Asheville.  You will enjoy the fresh high mountain air and Fall leaf colors starting.  Give me a call today.  I’m  ready to help you find your mountain dream home!

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National Real Estate Update for August 2018 from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales dipped to $5.4 million.  The median price for existing home sales increased to $276,900, up  4.5%  from last month and up  5.2% from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update August 2018 – Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is down from last month to 4.52%.

Summer home sales continue to be strong.  The beautiful summer season in full beauty is a great time to visit the western NC mountains. If you’re thinking about a trip to Highlands or Cashiers, NC,  you will enjoy the cool summer mountain air, mountain summer beauty!  Give me a call today.  I’m  ready to help you find your mountain getaway.

 

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National Real Estate Update for July 2018 from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales dipped to $5.43 million.  The median price for existing home sales increased to $264,800, up 2.7% from last month and up 4.9 % from this time last year.

National Real Estate Update July 2018 – Mortgage Rates 

According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is down from last month to 4.57%.

Summer home sales continued to be strong and there are still lovely homes still available.  What better time to visit the western NC mountains than when the beautiful mountainside  rhododendrons are in full bloom. If you’re thinking about a trip to Highlands or Cashiers, NC,  you are right on time to enjoy the cool summer mountain air!  Give me a call today.  I am ready to help you find your mountain getaway.

National Real Estate Update for June 2018 from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of home sales dipped to $5.4 million.  The median price for existing home sales increased to $257,900, up 3.2% from last month and up 5.3 % from this time last year. According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is up from last month to 4.66%.

National Real Estate Update June 2018 – Mortgage Rates 

Summer home sales are strong but there are still lovely homes still available.  What better time to visit the western NC mountains than when the beautiful mountainside laurels and rhododendrons are in bloom. If you’re thinking about a trip to Highlands or Cashiers, NC,  you are right on time to enjoy the cool summer mountain air!  Give me a call today.  I am ready to help you find your high elevation dream property.

National Real Estate Update for May 2018 from National Association of Realtors shows  projected number of projected home sales rose to $5.6 million. Median price for existing home sales increased to $250,400, up 3.9% from last month and up 5.8 % from this time last year. According to Freddie MAC, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is up from last month to 4.47%.

National Real Estate Update May 2018 – Mortgage Rates 

Mortgage rates are now approaching 4.5%. Even so, there is no better time to begin your mountain home search.  Summer visitors are arriving, summer home sales beginning.  Domestic rhododendrons and mountain laurel are just in bloom and they look lovely. If you’re thinking about a trip to Highlands or Cashiers, NC,  you are right on time to enjoy the cool summer mountain air!  Give me a call today.  I am ready to help you find your high elevation dream home.