Update on Mortgage Rates, Inflation, and the Dayton, Ohio Real Estate Market

As of mid-November 2024, mortgage rates and inflation trends continue to shape the real estate market in Dayton, Ohio, and nationwide. Here's a detailed look at the latest data and what it could mean for buyers, sellers …

Why Are We Asking You to Sign a Written Buyer Agreement?

If you're a homebuyer working with us—Don and Cyndi Shurts at Keller Williams Advisors Realty—here's what you need to know. We're real estate professionals who are ethically bound to always act in your best interest. And …

Unlocking the Impact of Mortgage Interest Rates on Your Monthly Payments and the Cost of Waiting Until Rates Drop

As Beavercreek Realtors, we talk to potential home buyers nearly every day.  During the last year or so, while mortgage interest rates have been on the rise, we’ve heard many …

A Guide To Finding Your Dream Neighborhood in the Greater Dayton Area

In the quest for the perfect neighborhood around Dayton, including Beavercreek, Kettering, Centerville, and beyond, it’s not just about the house. It's about the vibe on the streets, the neighbors, the local hangouts. It's about finding …

Mastering the Home-Buying Journey in Dayton, Ohio: Insights from Your Trusted Realtor, Don Shurts

Hello, homebuyers! I'm Don Shurts, your reliable Dayton, Ohio Realtor. My wife Cyndi and I have been helping home buyers in all price ranges successfully purchase homes in the Greater Dayton Ohio area for over …

Level-Up Your Credit Score: Preparing to Buy a House in Dayton, Ohio

In the financial game of life, your credit score is a scoreboard that opens doors to opportunities. This is especially true when you're planning to buy a house in the beautiful Dayton, Ohio region, encompassing local communities …

The Dayton, Ohio housing market has experienced significant changes in recent years, with affordability challenges posing a significant barrier for many prospective homebuyers. With a limited number of homes available on the market, finding a home that fits your budget can be a daunting task. However, there are ways to …

The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today

There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers. It’s true that rates climbed dramatically since the record-low we saw during the pandemic. But home affordability is based on more than just mortgage …

Mastering Mortgage Rates: Your Guide to Finding the Best Loan Products in Today's Market

Are you in the market for a new home or looking to sell your current one? As Dayton Realtors, we are often asked about mortgage rates and how they will impact buying or selling decisions …

Think Twice Before Waiting for Lower Home Prices

As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you’ve likely heard something in …