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Yvonne Yang
TWENTY YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE CAREER
Twenty years of wind and rain, twenty years of walking together...
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Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run
Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market...
Nov 13
More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer
There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to...
Oct 30
Federal Rate Cut Sparks Hope for Buyers Amid Autumn Market Shifts: Will Further Reductions Reignite Demand?
On September 18th, the Federal Reserve lowered its key interest rate for the first time since 2020, which is great news for the housing...
Oct 21
What To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025
Curious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts are offering some promising forecasts, especially...
Oct 16
The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment
Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can...
Oct 3
Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall
Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of...
Sep 30
Buying Beats Renting in 22 Major U.S. Cities
That’s right—according to a recent study from Zillow , in 22 of the 50 largest metro areas, monthly mortgage payments are now lower than...
Sep 25
Why Buying Now May Be Worth It in the Long Run
Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a question a lot of people have these days. And while what’s right for you is going...
Sep 18
Big News: Fed Cuts Interest Rates by 0.5%!
Here’s What It Means for Real Estate 🏡 The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a percentage point today, marking its first...
Sep 11
The Real Story Behind What’s Happening with Home Prices
If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. With so much information out there, it...
Sep 9
The Surprising Amount of Home Equity You’ve Gained over the Years
There are a number of reasons you may be thinking about selling your house. And as you weigh your options, you may find you’re unsure...
Aug 28
2025 Housing Market Forecasts: What To Expect
Looking ahead to 2025, it's important to know what experts are projecting for the housing market. And whether you're thinking of buying ...
Aug 21
The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House
In today's housing market , many sellers are making a critical mistake : overpricing their houses. This common error can lead to a home...
Aug 13
Is Affordability Starting To Improve?
Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home . And while affordability is still tight, there are...
Jul 29
Are Home Prices Going To Come Down?
Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home...
Jul 24
A Newly Built Home May Actually Be More Budget-Friendly
If you’re in the market to buy a home , there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive...
Jul 18
Unlocking Homebuyer Opportunities in 2024
There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a...
Jul 9
Why Your Asking Price Matters Even More Right Now
If you’re thinking about selling your house, here’s something you really need to know. Even though it’s still a seller’s market today,...
Jul 2
Real Estate Still Holds the Title of Best Long-Term Investment
With all the headlines circulating about home prices and mortgage rates, you may be asking yourself if it still makes sense to buy a home...
Jun 27
Focus on Time in the Market, Not Timing the Market
Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a big question on many people’s minds today. And while what timing is right for you...
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