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5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home

December 28, 2021 by John Sibley

As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an offer on a home, remember these five easy tips to help you rise above the competition. 1. Know Your Budget Knowing your budget and what you can afford is critical to your success as a homebuyer. The best way to understand your numbers is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a loan. As Freddie Mac puts it: “This pre-approval allows you to look for a home … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers

Key Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage

December 27, 2021 by John Sibley

Once you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. It’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating your new place, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any major life changes, be sure to consult your lender – someone who’s qualified to explain how your financial decisions may impact your home loan. Here’s a list of things you shouldn’t do after applying for a mortgage. They’re all important to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, For Buyers

Two Reasons Why Waiting To Buy a Home Will Cost You

December 9, 2021 by John Sibley

If you’re a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, or a renter with a strong desire to become a homeowner, you may be hoping that waiting until next year could mean better market conditions to purchase a home. To determine whether you should buy now or wait another year, you can ask yourself two simple questions: Where will home prices be a year from now? Where will mortgage rates be a year from now? Let’s shed some light on the answers to both of these questions. Where Will Home … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing Your Home

Why It Just Became Much Easier To Buy a Home

December 7, 2021 by John Sibley

Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize the many benefits of homeownership, including the feelings of security and stability and the financial benefits that come with rising home equity. At the same time, many current homeowners have decided their house no longer meets their needs, so they moved into homes with more space inside and out, including a home office for remote work. However, not every purchaser has been able to fulfill their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

Tips for Single Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality

December 2, 2021 by John Sibley

If you’re living on your own and looking to buy a home, know that you can make your dream a reality with thoughtful planning and the right team of experts. Research from Freddie Mac shows 28% of all households (36.1 million) are sole-person, and that number is growing. Over the past 40 years, the number of sole-person households has nearly doubled, and that’s a trend that’s expected to continue. According to Freddie Mac: “Our calculation suggests that there will be an additional 5 million sole-person households in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers

How To Think Strategically as a Buyer in Today’s Market

December 1, 2021 by John Sibley

The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game. The homebuying process, like chess, requires strategy and planning. Here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure your plan is as strong as possible when you begin your home search. Pre-Approval: the Best Opening Play To Make as a Homebuyer It’s important to have a great opening play when you’re buying a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers

How Smart Buyers Are Approaching Rising Mortgage Rates

November 24, 2021 by John Sibley

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 3.1%, and experts project rates will continue rising through 2022: “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 2.9% in the third quarter of 2021. We forecast mortgage rates to increase slightly through the remainder of the year and reach 3.0%, rising to 3.5% for full year 2022.” If you’re thinking of buying a home, here are a few things to keep in mind so you can succeed even as mortgage rates rise. Taking Time Off Can Be Costly Mortgage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams

November 11, 2021 by John Sibley

The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. As the Veterans Administration says of the program: “The objective of the VA Home Loan Guaranty program is to help eligible Veterans, active-duty personnel, surviving spouses, and members of the Reserves and National Guard purchase, retain, and adapt homes in recognition of their service. . . .” For over 75 years, VA home loans have provided millions of veterans and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, Down Payments, For Buyers, Time-sensitive

The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

October 29, 2021 by John Sibley

Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search. Any major life change can be scary, and buying a home is no different. Let’s connect so you have an advisor by your side to take the fear out of the equation. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

Knowledge Is Power When It Comes to Appraisals and Inspections

October 25, 2021 by John Sibley

Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection. That’s because high buyer demand and low housing supply are driving intense competition and leading some buyers to consider waiving those contingencies to stand out in the crowded market. But is that the best move? Buying a home is one of the most important transactions in your lifetime, and it’s critical to keep your best interests in mind. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect from the appraisal and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers

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John Sibley and Lana Sibley Leonard were very instrumental in marketing my home both personably and professionally. Their drive and incentive made it possible for my home to sell in a quick, timely manner.

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Everyone throughout the process was extremely helpful. Dianna spent a lot of time, including late hours helping us find the right house.

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John & company were always negotiating on my behalf and won the battle such as letting me have an Estate Sale w/o charging me rent for one week and then the new owner moved in. The Sibley Realty Group was always professional in every way.

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Cathy & Will, Slidell, LA
 

John and the Sibley Realty Group had a great command of the market prices and an excellent marketing strategy to get new groups of people to look at our property. By using new technology to market to different buyers and target new groups of potential buyers the Sibley Realty Group met our goal of selling within 3 months. The entire office helped make the transition smooth and Lauren is very helpful making sure everyone is on the same page as you go through the closing process. It is good t(...)

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We are extremely grateful to have found Sibley Realty group. Initially I had called other realtors who were not so responsive since we did not live in the area. Jordan contacted me back right away and made us feel at ease with our first home purchase. We lived 7 hours away from where we were buying and Jordan was very accomendating to our schedule of only being able to make it down on the weekends. The whole office are a bunch of true professionals that we owe more gratitiude to then we can(...)

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