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4 Benefits to Buying a House When Interest Rates are Still High
Buyer Mike Novak Buyer Mike Novak

4 Benefits to Buying a House When Interest Rates are Still High

4 Benefits to Buying a House When Interest Rates are Still High

When it comes to purchasing a home, the prevailing wisdom has often been to wait for lower interest rates. After all, lower rates mean lower monthly mortgage payments, right? While that may be true, there are significant advantages to buying a house when interest rates are still high. In this article, we'll explore four key benefits of buying a home in a high-interest rate environment, along with an additional benefit that might surprise you.

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Why Waiting to Buy in Snohomish County will Cost You BIG
Mike Novak Mike Novak

Why Waiting to Buy in Snohomish County will Cost You BIG

Are you in the market for a new home? Would you like to save $41,000 or potentially even more? If the answer is yes, you've come to the right place. We'll delve into a fascinating opportunity that can help you navigate the dynamic world of real estate in Snohomish County

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5 Things Buyers Must Do Before Moving In
Buyer Mike Novak Buyer Mike Novak

5 Things Buyers Must Do Before Moving In

Finalizing a real estate transaction, whether it's your first home or you're an experienced buyer, can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. Before taking possession of your new property, there are essential steps to ensure a smooth transition into your new home. While most reputable real estate agents guide you through these steps, it's crucial to understand them yourself to make sure nothing is overlooked. In this article, we will delve deeper into these five critical tasks that buyers must complete before moving into their new home.

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August 2023 Market Report and Predictions
Mike Novak Mike Novak

August 2023 Market Report and Predictions

Why is there a stubborn high interest rate? A lot of us have thought that the interest rates would decrease as soon as summer approaches, but in the mid Summer they stay high.

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How to Choose the Right Lender
Mike Novak Mike Novak

How to Choose the Right Lender

How to Choose the Right Lender - Shopping for the right mortgage lender is a crucial step in the home buying process. Here are five ways to help you find the best mortgage lender for your needs:

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The Novak Team: Why List With Us?
Mike Novak Mike Novak

The Novak Team: Why List With Us?

Why list with us? In this video, Mike will tell you exactly what makes The Novak Team different. At The Novak Team, they understand that who you choose to work with matters greatly when selling your home. The team is committed to provide you with an unparalleled experience that maximizes your home's value with minimum stress, and ensuring the quickest amount of time possible for your home to sell.

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Determining Whether to Sell or Repair
Selling Mike Novak Selling Mike Novak

Determining Whether to Sell or Repair

The "Love it or List it" TV show is a big hit allowing homeowners to either list their home and sell or fix what they have. The hosts both do their best to fix up the existing home so the homeowners love it, or find a better home that has all they want already. Even though it's a show, it's a valid question when you're on the fence about whether or not you should sell your home and find something better or just fix the one you have.

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Four Phases of Selling a Home
Mike Novak Mike Novak

Four Phases of Selling a Home

The thought of selling a home can be overwhelming. Thankfully our team has mapped out our proven Four Phases of Selling a Home roadmap that we have used to sell over 1000 homes in Snohomish County!

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How to Choose a Realtor
Mike Novak Mike Novak

How to Choose a Realtor

Having the right Realtor® is a huge part of ensuring the home shopping and buying OR selling experience is a good one. A good Realtor® is constantly working for you.

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Should I Use a Real Estate Team to Sell My House?
Mike Novak Mike Novak

Should I Use a Real Estate Team to Sell My House?

The concept of employing a real estate team to facilitate the sale of your home has been a thriving approach since the 1960s, especially in the picturesque Pacific Northwest, encompassing areas North of Seattle such as Everett, Lake Stevens, and Arlington. Contrasting the traditional approach of an individual real estate agent or even an entire brokerage comprised of individual agents, opting for a proficient real estate team yields a host of compelling advantages.

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