National news and local views for the week ending Friday, December 8, 2023

Eric Slifkin

Welcome to this week's talking points on real estate market trends. As always, we are here to answer your questions and concerns about buying, selling, or renting a home ...

Weekly National and Local Real Estate News Round-Up

The Latest & Real Estatest In this week's Talking Points: A deep dive on housing inventory at the national and city level, inflation and the Fed, and more!

National Real Estate News

You want to move it move it?

Have you ...

In talking with real estate professionals across the country, I noticed that most of them are expressing concerns about dwindling or dismal inventory for sellers to consider.

Most advise that if potential buyers learn about a property that appeals to them, they should run - not walk - to check it out ...

Discover the Basque Vineyard, a Canadian Winery & Hemp Farm

Keys to Maintaining Your Credit Score While in Escrow

While waiting for final approval or a "clear to close" mortgage, underwriters will monitor your credit and bank accounts up to the hour of closing to ensure that you have not assumed any new debt that could affect your ability to ...

An Introduction to The Home Buying Process

Still a great time to buy! First-time homebuyers ready to enter the current real estate market in Stuart, Florida, can still take advantage of affordable pricing, low-interest rates, and diverse loan programs for first home buyers. But buying your first home can be a complex ...

Frequently Asked Questions in Real Estate

Should I Negotiate Repairs Before Closing?

Q: The home inspection just completed on a home under contract had some issues. Should I insist they meet repairs before closing?

A: It depends. Everyone wants a smooth closing, and home inspection negotiations are where a deal ...

Waterfront Homes and Club Communities

Joe's Point affords waterfront living in a private setting yet is just minutes from historic downtown Stuart, and all the area has to offer. Come home to a secure gated community with only 49 residences situated on a private peninsula. Neighborhood amenities include a ...

Keller Williams' Slifkin Team Invests in Search Engine Marketing Program

Eric Slifkin is a Treasure Coast real estate team leader who uses a stock-market-like system to manage his agents' leads and clients' expectations. 

Slifkin, a licensed real estate professional since 2003, has equipped his office with a bank of ...

How Local Economic Factors Impact Stuart, Florida Home Values

How do you predict the value of a neighborhood? While no one can say for sure how home values in a neighborhood will rise or decline over time, there are big-picture economic factors that you can look for to help get ...