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How do I choose the right lender?

January 24, 2016 by Eric Lowry

How do I choose the right lender?

When buying a home, the first step is to get pre approved. However, that can be easier said than done. Many home buyers aren’t sure how to pick the right lender for their home mortgage.

Some buyers just go with their bank where they have their checking and savings accounts. However, that’s not always the best choice. There are many reasons to at least speak with a second lender to see how they compare.

Some lenders might be able to save you a lot more money than your bank would. This can be for various reasons; sometimes they can offer a better interest rate on your mortgage, and some lenders will even waive or reduce fees to earn your business.

Most home buyers typically look at homes and write offers in the evenings or on the weekends when they are off work. But guess what, banks aren’t open at those times. It’s nearly impossible to get in touch with a typical bank lender in the evening or over the weekend.

Lenders who work for smaller companies are much easier to get in touch with late in the evening or over the weekend. They don’t set strict hours for themselves from 9-5 and will go the extra mile to make sure you are taken care of.

In this market, when you find a home you love, you have to move fast. The ability for you or your agent to easily get in touch with your lender can mean the difference between you getting or losing your dream home.

The Lowry Team has over 16 years of real estate experience and can confidently recommend a great mortgage lender to help you purchase your dream home. Contact The Lowry Team today to get started. 513-874-1830

Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team.

Buyers and Sellers can reach The Lowry Team Keller Williams at 513-874-1830.

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Why Use a Real Estate Team Instead of a Single Agent

January 24, 2016 by Eric Lowry

Why Use a Real Estate Team Instead of a Single Agent

Are you trying to decide if you should use a real estate team instead of a single agent? You might be wondering what the difference really is. The difference is actually very significant, and can affect whether or not your experience is easy and stress-free.

Have you ever considered all the different hats a Realtor must wear for any given real estate transaction? Many people don’t realize all that a Realtor does aside from put a sign in a yard and show homes. The real estate market and buying/selling process has become very complicated, and it’s very rare to find a single agent who can skillfully handle all the different aspects of a real estate transaction. When you use a real estate team instead of a single agent, you get:

Focused, Expert Agents – A Real Estate Team is made up of several team members including Listing Specialists, Buyer Specialists, a Transaction Coordinator, a Marketing Director, and Inside Sales Associates. The team members specialize in their own aspect of the home buying and selling process. They need not try to juggle all the balls that a single agent must. Every part of the buying or selling process is handled with care, expertise, and 100% focus. Single agents cannot possibly provide this at such a high level as they are juggling all of the aspects of a real estate transaction and often for several different clients at a time.

Intensive Marketing – A Marketing Director does all the marketing for the team and their clients. This position is especially important to home sellers, as they provide much more intensive marketing for your home than a single agent would have the time or resources for.

A Higher Level of Client Care – Realtors who are part of a team have support staff to help make the process a breeze for you as a client. Such team members are completely client-focused and are available at all times to answer questions and help you with any concerns you may have throughout the process. Having such a team makes for much more happy and satisfied clients.

The Bottom Line? When you use a real estate team instead of a single agent, you will get much better results in less time with your home buying or selling experience.

Thinking of buying or selling a home? Contact The Lowry Team today at 513-874-1830

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5 Reasons 2016 Is The Year To Buy A House

January 22, 2016 by Eric Lowry

If you’ve been considering buying a house, 2016 is the year to take the plunge. Several factors have all come together, creating a perfect storm for home buyers to get out there and purchase a home. Here are the top 5 reasons why 2016 is the year to buy a house…

Reason #1: Interest rates are at record lows
While interest rates are at historic lows (hovering right around 4% on average), The Federal Reserve is expected to increase interest rates soon. That means your window for getting a record low interest rate is closing. It’s expected that we will never see interest rates this low again.

Reason #2: Down payment requirements won’t break the bank
The actual amount required for a down payment to buy a home is significantly lower than most people realize. There are currently many low or no down payment options for buyers purchasing a home.

Reason #3: Home prices are stabilizing
Home prices that have been climbing steadily over the last few years are finally stabilizing, creating a great opportunity for buyers to finally get out there and purchase a home. This creates a more level playing field for buyers so they can drive a harder bargain with sellers.

Reason #4: Credit Score requirements are low
The actual credit score needed to qualify to buy a house is currently much lower than many people think, and has been dropping steadily over the last several months.
Reason #5: Rents have skyrocketed
Rents have increased faster last year than at any time since 2007, and are expected to continue to climb throughout the year. Often times, buying is a better deal than renting. You could end up paying signficantly less each month for housing. Either way, you’re paying your landlord’s mortgage or you’re paying your own. Wouldn’t you rather put that money back into your own pocket?

Questions about buying a house?
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Mason OH Most Expensive Home Sales in 2015

January 21, 2016 by Eric Lowry

Mason OH Most Expensive Home Sales in 2015

2015 saw the luxury home market in Mason Ohio continue at a steady pace. There were 110 luxury home sales in Mason in 2015 compared to 88 luxury home sales in 2014.

The inventory of luxury homes for sale in Mason is mostly in balance relative to the number of homes selling. While the current inventory is slightly high in Mason right now, in comparison to the luxury home price ranges in other areas, the Mason luxury market is pretty healthy.

The inventory of homes for sale in Mason is quite high when compared to the amount of homes that are selling. Based on the current rate of sales in the luxury market there is a 8.25 month supply of homes for sale. Traditionally anything over 6 months worth of inventory is considered to be an oversupply favoring home buyers as opposed to favoring home sellers.

The Top Ten Most Expensive Home Sales in Mason in 2015 (see below) were sold in a range from $1,270,000 – $1,750,000. Of these ten home sales, 7 were in the Long Cove Subdivision, and 3 were in Heritage Club Subdivision.

Mason Ohio Most Expensive Home Sales in 2015

Address – Sale Price – Subdivision

8677 Emerald Isle – $1,750,000 – Long Cove

8665 Emerald Isle – $1,715,000 – Long Cove

8667 Hampton Bay Place – $1,700,000 – Long Cove

4689 Maxwell Drive – $1,500,000 – Heritage Club

76 South Shore Place – $1,479,000 – Long Cove

4628 Maxwell Drive – $1,475,000 – Heritage Club

5375 North Shore Place – $1,380,000 – Long Cove

6633 Heritage Club Drive – $1,325,000 – Heritage Club

8750 South Shore Place – $1,310,000 – Long Cove

75 South Shore Place – $1,270,000 – Long Cove

3 of these luxury home sales were new construction homes. All 3 of these newly built homes were sold in the Long Cove Subdivision which has been the location of the Homearama new home show three times.

Have questions on the Mason Ohio Real Estate Market? Call Eric Lowry 513-368-3751

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The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, Monroe and the Northern Suburbs of Cincinnati. The Lowry Team is “Different By Design”… taking a team approach to home buying and selling. The Lowry Team consists of members that are focused on areas of specialization including Listing Specialists, Buyer Specialists, Transaction/Listing Coordinator, Inside Sales Associate and a Marketing Director.

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