You may be torn between buying a home now or waiting. But don’t forget to factor in the equity you’ll gain as prices rise.

Homeowners typically slow down their moving plans as the summer months wrap up, and as a result, fewer homes are listed for sale in the fall.

Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home.

For some buyers, there’s a misconception that newly built homes aren’t made to last or fall short of the quality you can find in older homes.

If you’re looking to break into homeownership but the price of single-family homes has you second-guessing, you might want to consider a condominium (condo) or townhome.

To be human means many things, but most of all it means being born of instinct. And we’re not just talking one, we homo sapiens come into this world with a host of instinctual behaviors and reflexes. Of them all, arguably the strongest is our sense of self-preservation.It’s why we duck and cover, try to catch ourselves when we fall, and experience the fight or flight response when we feel threatened. When you’re literally hard-wired to defend, protect, and do whatever is necessary to ensure you continue on, it can make navigating tough times like these more difficult, especially if that instinct develops into the adage by which you live.When our defenses are high in survival mode, we tend to make decisions out of fear, we experience increased worry and stress, and can close ourselves off due to mistrust and cynicism. Our world starts to feel ever smaller as we build up a growing number of personal boundaries, until eventually we’ve all but completely isolated ourselves. And since we carry our mentalities with us wherever we go, it’s plain to see how “staying in your own lane” can easily lead to just putting on the blinders whether at work or with those you love.The problem with that is our world is made up of countless connections and relationships, and thus relationship-driven business. The need for collaboration to accomplish things is everywhere. The “it’s not my job” or “not my problem” attitude, where everyone operates in their own silos, can slowly erode a company’s culture, and even societal structures.When you begin to recognize that we’re each part of a greater whole, you open yourself up to the idea that it’s our connections, not our divisions, that make us most powerful. Each civilization and organization is nothing more than the sum of its parts. Drill down and you see those parts aren’t manufactured goods, economies, or systems. What makes any of them great are the people, the unique souls full of feeling, creativity, and ingenuity at their core.When we look beyond ourselves, it’s impossible not to see the life and human connection that’s all around us. But you have to allow it in, let it touch you on an emotional level, so you can in turn empathize instead of sympathizing. It’s not about solving the world’s problems. Just by practicing random acts of kindness and connection, each of us is capable of being an individual catalyst who creates a better culture, outlook, or future, no matter where we go. And yes, it can be achieved through the compounding of even these smallest of gestures:Instead of disengaging or trying to maximize your time on that transit commute, put the devices away and take in the world around you.Make eye contact with people and smile. Say thank you, hold that door, or return something someone dropped or left behind.Sit in the cafeteria at work or school, or around a dinner table with your family and friends. Better still, why not cook that meal together, or meet people at a restaurant if you can, instead of ordering take out.Join a few coworkers or friends for a lunch hour walk, gym session, or at an après meeting place.Call someone instead of texting them or plan a get-together.Join a class, club, or association. And, if you’re feeling bold, go it alone and challenge yourself to sit with or participate with people you don’t know.We can’t wait for things to change. Deciding to make small moves every day will imbue your life and world view with compassion. In our house, we have a daily dinner table practice of thinking about and sharing how we filled someone’s bucket. It can be the simplest of acts, but this small practice helps us recognize those lovely moments that can have big impacts, which are especially important on the hard days.No one is saying healthy boundaries, self-care, and listening to your body aren’t essential, what it’s truly about is achieving a good harmony between taking care of yourself and considering those around you. We cannot exist solely for ourselves when we’re so intrinsically connected to this earth, its nature, and to our fellow man. There must be room for compassion and connectivity, for it is through both that we shine a light and continue to grow.Written by Melanie RobitailleThe post Coming Out of Compassion appeared first on Focus on Good Health.

Based on a recent study, in 22 of the top 50 metros, the monthly mortgage payment is lower than the rent payment.

EXIT Realty Corp. International is excited to announce that Final Offer has become its newest Premier Partner! Final Offer is dedicated to transforming the real estate market by providing a transparent, efficient, and consumer-focused platform for buying and selling homes. Why Final Offer: Maximize efficiency with innovative tools that streamline your workflow. Enhance transparency by […]The post Final Offer Becomes EXIT Realty’s Newest Premier Partner appeared first on Real Estate Industry Leaders.

The Spirit of EXIT was alive at the Summer Sizzle BBQ in Ronkonkoma, NY. The amazing team at EXIT Realty Everyday, along with the community, enjoyed typical BBQ food, hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken, and salads. The Summer heat wave finally broke on Long Island as we were treated to lower humidity and could enjoy both our […]The post EXIT Realty Everyday Doubles Impact with Spirit of EXIT to Help Angels of Long Island appeared first on Real Estate Industry Leaders.

If you’re toying with the idea of selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost.

You may have heard chatter recently about the economy and talk about a possible recession.

EXIT Realty Corp. International is pleased to announce that Fello has become its newest Premier Partner. Fello’s marketing engagement platform helps uncover the sellers in your database, get more listing appointments, and close more deals. Fello’s platform integrates with your existing database and… Generates seller leads by enriching your database with home addresses and equipping […]The post Fello Becomes EXIT Realty’s Newest Premier Partner appeared first on Real Estate Industry Leaders.

By Jody Marsh, Broker/Owner of EXIT Allstar Gulf Coast Realty in Daphne, AL Baldwin County, AL is now one step closer to completing a specialized sports/play complex for children with special needs thanks to this summer’s most raved about event. On June 29th, 2024, EXIT Allstar Gulf Coast Realty hosted a spectacular 1980’s themed concert […]The post EXIT Allstar Gulf Coast Realty Believes in Miracles appeared first on Real Estate Industry Leaders.

Has your house been sitting on the market longer than expected?

If you’ve been wanting to sell your house and move up to a bigger or nicer home, you’re not alone.

Affordability is based on three key factors: mortgage rates, home prices, and wages. 

Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion.

Seeing your house sit on the market without any bites is the ultimate frustration.

By Jannea Wilson, Associate Broker with EXIT Realty Horizons in Las Cruces, NM In New Mexico, there has been a staggering 48% increase in the number of homeless children over the past year. This rise can be attributed to soaring economic pressures, including housing costs, utilities, and food prices, along with the scarcity of affordable […]The post The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico Benefits from the Spirit of EXIT appeared first on Real Estate Industry Leaders.

By Russell McGuire, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty of Lubbock in Lubbock, TX We had an outstanding event on May 23rd, 2024. We set a goal to raise $50,000 to help Lubbock Habitat for Humanity build a home in their Blitz campaign this Fall. After four months of preparation, we hosted a beautiful dinner that included […]The post EXIT Realty of Lubbock Raises Thousands for Habitat for Humanity appeared first on Real Estate Industry Leaders.