Pets Have a Big Say in the Homes We Buy, Sell and Remodel

From the Pacific Union blog:
Eight out of 10 respondents to a recent National Association of Realtors survey said that pet-related considerations play a role when deciding on their next living situation.  The full story is on Pacific Union's blog at http://pacunion.us/2l17ggG .  For moe information on buying or selling your home, call FRITZ.

First-Time Buyers Overestimate Down-Payment Size

From the Pacific Union blog:
The vast majority of Americans who don't own a home want to purchase one in the future, although affordability is a primary concern.  The down payment, however, may not be as big of a hurdle as many first-time buyers believe.  Read more at http://pacunion.us/2lbk3vt .  For more information about this and all your real estate needs, call FRITZ.

Forecast: U.S. Home Sales and Prices to Rise in 2017

From the Pacific Union blog:
U.S. home sales volume and prices should continue to increase this year, although rising mortgage rates and declining affordability will prove challenging - particularly in expensive markets like the Bay Area. For the outlook, go to http://pacunion.us/2k4hdJN .  For more information contact FRITZ.