Wednesday, June 18, 2025 / by Linda Pasley
It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. It’s the main reason why so many homeowners have delayed their move in recent years. But here’s something to consider.
While your low rate might be ideal, it doesn’t make up being too cramped, having a staircase your knees can’t handle anymore, or being 1,000 miles from your family. And those real-life needs are pushing more sellers off the fence despite today’s rates.
Data shows the share of homeowners with a mortgage rate below 3% is dropping as more people move. And, as a result, the share of homeowners taking on a mortgage rate above 6% is rising, too (see graph below):
The Biggest Reasons People Are Moving Right Now
Why are some homeowners willing to take on a higher rate? A survey from Realtor.com helps shed light on that. It shows 79% of homeowners considering selling today are doing it out of necessity. And that same survey says most of the necessary reason. ...
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Friday, May 9, 2025 / by Linda Pasley
Some Highlights
Once your offer is accepted, an inspector will assess the condition of the house, including things like the roof, foundation, plumbing, and more.
That information is incredibly important and paves the way for you to re-negotiate with the seller, as needed. So, you don’t want to skip this step.
An inspection is your chance to avoid costly headaches and get peace of mind. Let’s connect to talk about other ways to make your offer stand out. ...
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Tuesday, March 7, 2023 / by Linda Pasley
Are you a homeowner in the Town of Mammoth Lakes? Then you’ll be excited to hear about the new Wood Stove Replacement Program available from the Town. This program offers homeowners with older wood-burning stoves access to rebates and assistance for replacing them with cleaner burning alternatives. The town is committed to providing clean air for its citizens and taking swift action on reducing smoke pollution from residential sources such as outdated wood burning stoves, ensuring that your home does not add revenue generating particles into our environment. Let us dive in to learn more about this great opportunity!
Today, Mammoth Lakes officials announced a new Woodstove Replacement Program for property owners who want to upgrade from wood-burning stoves and fireplaces to cleaner, more efficient heating systems.
The Woodsmoke Reduction Program is part of the Great Basin Air Pollution Control District’s “Clean Air Projects Program” funded by the 201; ...
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Wednesday, March 1, 2023 / by Linda Pasley
Buyers often can’t visualize living in your home the way you do. I can help you make your home attractive to its ideal audience – which can help you get top dollar. Things like staging the home, making repairs or minor improvements, or even simply painting the walls can be the difference between a home sitting on the market and one that’s sold quickly.
First and most importantly, DECLUTTER! Get rid of all the nik-naks, silk plants and excess small appliances and furniture. Clean off the kitchen and bathroom counter tops and put cleaning items and toiletries in the cabinets. Put the jackets and shoes in the closet and remove the skis and snowboards from the front door. Creating an open space helps a potential buyer see themselves, and their stuff, in the home.
Inexpensive staging ideas:.
Replace dated bedding sets ($60 – $500), window curtains ($100 – $600) and shower curtains ($40 – $100) with something contemporary and different.&n ...
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