The McDonald Group - Supreme Lending

04/26/2025

Gen Z ladies are snapping up homes! Single female buyers outnumber single male buyers overall. But for Gen Z specifically, an incredible 30% of buyers were single females.

Although only 3% of the market, Generation Z boasted the highest share of single-female home buyers at 30%.

04/04/2025

The best week to sell a home is April 13-19. Thinking about selling? Better move fast, as you've got 2 weeks to get your home listed at exactly the right time! With mortgage rates tumbling and equity rising, you may not be as locked-in to your house (and old rate) as you think!

Home sellers on the fence waiting for that perfect moment shouldn’t wait too long, because the best time to list a home in 2025 is approaching quickly. The week of April 13–19 is expected to have the ideal balance of housing market conditions that favor home sellers, more so than any other week ...

04/03/2025

I’m incredibly honored to be named a Top Originator by Scotsman Guide for 2025! 🎉 But this achievement isn’t just mine—it belongs to my amazing clients and referral partners who trust me to guide them home. Your support, referrals, and belief in me make this possible, and I’m beyond grateful. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey! Here’s to another great year of helping families achieve their dreams! 🏡💙

03/20/2025

Outgrowing your space? 🌱🏡 A bigger home might be closer than you think! Let’s crunch the numbers and find a loan that fits your budget, so you can upgrade with confidence. Ready to explore your options? Send me a message to get started!

03/11/2025

Seller tip: Staging isn’t just about looks—it helps buyers picture themselves in your home, leading to faster offers and better results! ✨ A well-staged home can stand out in the market and potentially sell for more. Want another seller tip? Working with one of my trusted real estate agents can make the entire process smoother and less stressful. Thinking about selling? Let’s chat, and I’ll connect you with an expert who can help!

03/07/2025

Mortgage rates continued to move lower last week, but that was mostly due to the "risk-off" trade (selling stocks & buying bonds/gold). Still, the lower PCE inflation report and weaker ADP job growth could open the door to more Fed rate cuts. Hope you enjoy my latest update on national & local real estate!

National news and local views for the week

12/02/2024

Down payments are not the only expense you should be planning for. Costs for inspections, credit reports, insurance, taxes, and closing costs – which can range from 3%-6% of the homes purchase cost. Long story short, there are a lot of other things that need to be planned for, but you don’t need to stress, I can help you be prepared and answer any questions you have. Just send me a message!

05/31/2024

Everyday I’m so grateful for the opportunity to serve our communities in helping put people into homes and creating relationships for life. Thank you to my wonderful team, customers, business partners, friends, and family for your trust and support! Because of our collective efforts, I’m honored to share that I’ve been recognized by Scotsman Guide’s 2024 Top Women Originators. This achievement wouldn’t be possible without each and every one of you!

05/09/2024

Still on the fence about selling/buying? The Kansas City housing market just saw the largest spike in the country for April measured by both market demand and pace of the market. Home prices are still trending upwards, so the same house is going to cost more if you wait. Buy now, refinance later! I can help!

The Manchester-Nashua metro area in New Hampshire ranked as the country’s hottest housing market once again in April.

03/26/2024

Selling your home this year? There are a number of strategies to reduce taxes on capital gaines. Bottom line: visit with a tax advisor early in the process, especially if you believe you may have a large enough gain to trigger capital gains!

Homeowners who have a substantial gain in home value can end up with capital gains tax after selling their home. Here are strategies to manage capital gains tax.

02/01/2024

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