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Charles Martinez is an Asheville realtor. Free consultation is available by contacting him at [email protected].
by Charles Martinez

It’s A Buyer’s Market: Where Will You Be Living When It’s Over?

During the past several years the real estate market has seen dramatic shifts and swings for the average consumer. The drop in home and property prices has produced many differing perspectives for homeowners, realtors, mortgage brokers, and consumers. The general consensus of these stakeholders, although not unanimous, is one of alarm if not outright panic.

As a realtor, I recognize the dramatic shift in our regional and local market. Realtors can no longer simply hang a sign outside an office and have a multitude of clients. Neither can sellers command unrealistic prices for homes or land. There has been a righting of the real estate marketplace, and the buyer is now in the driver’s seat in the home-buying process.

This favorable market trend will be with the homebuyer for the
foreseeable future. But such favorable mortgage rates, pricing, and
opportunities will begin shifting as the economy and marketplace rebuild
and strengthen. Today, experienced and knowledgeable realtors are
available to assist new or first-time homebuyers with numerous financial
options to make their dream of home ownership come true.

Numerous state and federal finance options can assist buyers in
everything from money for down payments, closing costs, and even
rehabilitation or renovation of newly purchased homes. Additionally, the
National Association of Realtors has partnerships with national
home-improvement companies that provide discounts to home buyers.

Today it is a buyer’s market. Where will you be living when it’s over?
Do not give in to the doom and gloom of some people who may not be aware
of what options are available to you. Affordable and quality housing
can be yours if you find a realtor who can help you. So step out and ask
for advice and advocacy from a qualified realtor in your new home
search.

Home for the holidays can be more than just a dream this year!