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What Do Home Sellers Need To Reveal in Disclosures?

Going over everything you need to disclose when selling your home, from location-specific information to material defects, and more. Are you selling your home this year? If so, you’ve probably wondered what exactly you need to disclose to potential buyers. Seller disclosures are more important than ever in 2025, and understanding them is key to… Read more »

Why Isn’t My Home Selling?

Three reasons why your home isn’t selling and what to do about it. Are you struggling to sell your home this summer? As we transition from the spring to the summer housing market, inventory is increasing in our area. More people need to sell, so if you expect your house to fly off the market… Read more »

How Is the Real Estate Market Right Now?

Dear friends and clients,  “How is the housing market right now?” I’ve been getting this question a lot recently, and I understand why. This is the time of year when people plan their moves for 2025, but it’s difficult to know what you should do without understanding where the market is at. The truth is… Read more »

What Is the Best Time of Year To Sell My Home?

Dear friends and clients,  As a real estate agent, one of the most common questions I get from potential home sellers is, “When is the best time of year to sell my home?” The truth is that the best time to sell is when you need to move; however, if you’re determined to try and… Read more »

Should I Make Repairs Before Listing My Home?

Going over the key reasons why it’s worth fixing your home before selling.  Recently, a lot of sellers have been asking me, “Should I make repairs before listing my home?” The short answer is yes. While we’re still in a seller’s market, the truth is that there aren’t as many buyers as there were during… Read more »

South Carolina Fall Housing Market Update

Home prices are up 1.5%, and rates at 6%—see how this affects you. As we enter the crisp embrace of fall 2024, many of you might wonder: What’s happening in the Midlands and Upstate South Carolina real estate market?  Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious, here are the crucial details that you need… Read more »

Are We Heading Towards a Buyer’s Market?

Even though our market is slowing down, I’m explaining why we probably aren’t heading for a true buyer’s market. Have you noticed a shift in our housing market lately? Homes are taking longer to sell, and prices are volatile nationwide. Depending on where you are, prices could start coming down for the first time in… Read more »

How To Use Equity To Save on Your Next Mortgage

Benefit from a larger down payment funded by your current home’s equity. Have you felt the itch to move but are unsure how to maximize your home’s value? You might be sitting on a hidden goldmine—your home equity. If you’ve lived in your house for a while, that equity can help make your next home… Read more »

Market Forecast: Is 2025 the Year To Buy a Home?

Mortgage rates are expected to fall in 2025, increasing your buying power. What does the housing market hold for 2025? Before we discuss this, all of us at The Downing Group are thinking about and praying for the victims of Hurricane Helene. Many of us, along with our clients, have been personally affected. We are… Read more »

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