Alice's Analysis by Alice Lema Broker
By Alice Lema
Alice's Analysis by Alice Lema BrokerAug 12, 2022
Interest Rate Interruptions? Strategies For 2024 Buyers & Sellers
Interest rates are continuing to fluctuate, resulting in a slower-than-expected "rebound" of the local housing market. Alice discusses the factors & what to do as a buyer or seller. Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
Selling Your Home vs. Renting It Out: 5 Things to Consider
Alice discusses 5 things that may help you decide whether selling your home or renting it out makes more sense for your real estate goals. Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
7 Ways Your Home Equity Can Be A Game Changer
Alice gives 7 ideas for using home equity that can help you reach your ultimate lifestyle & real estate goals, including options for both buying and selling! Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
National Pending Home Sales Reach Record 8.3%
New data from the National Association of Realtors is showing high numbers in December 2023 for pending sales, strengthening predictions for a more "normal" national housing market in 2024. Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
Sell A Home To Buy A Home? 4 Tips For A Low-Inventory Market
Low inventory can make it challenging to sell your current home & buy a new one simultaneously. Alice's 4 strategies will help you get the best of both! Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
Countdown To Closing: 5 Tips For Home Buyers & Sellers At The End of Escrow
Reduce your moving stress, whether buying or selling, with these 5 tips to consider before you close on your next real estate transaction! Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
Experts Predict A 30% Increase For Housing Inventory In 2024!!
Some good news for the national housing market as experts predict approximately 30% more housing inventory to hit the market this upcoming year, based on recent economic data and sales trends. Alice explains how low inventory in our local Southern Oregon market has been slowing sales activity and limiting buyer's choices over the past several years, which makes these predictions a possible sign of normal market conditions returning. Alice Lema, Broker (541) 301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
How Healthy Is The Housing Market? 12/31/2023
Alice looks at the average (median) days on market from the past several years as an indicator of overall housing market health. See what this means for both national numbers & our local Southern Oregon market. Alice Lema, Broker 541-301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
Oregon Housing Data and Market Trends From The Past 5 Years
Alice takes a look at statewide housing data from the past 5 years in Oregon and goes over the market trends that have lead to where we are now, plus tips for local buying & selling in Q1 2024.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
New Housing Trends Brewing! Will They Continue Into 2024?
The end of 2023 is upon us and showing the beginning of an upward trend in listing activity. Alice looks at the data & explains why these trends could continue into 2024 and what you might expect as buyers and sellers in Southern Oregon.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
2023-2028 Wealth Growth...Surprising 5-Year Predictions
Projections for wealth growth over the next 5 years is looking up for homeowners! Alice describes recent local & national data, showing how buyers who purchased a home in 2023 can expect steady appreciation over the next several years.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
2024 Housing Market Predictions...Are There More Listings Already?
Both national & local numbers are showing a slight increase in listing & selling activities this winter. Alice breaks it down and discusses the current predictions for 2024.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
5 Reasons Why 22.5M Americans Moved In The Last 2 Years
Big life changes are frequently the motivation for moving, but you may be surprised just how many people are moving & for which reasons! Alice explains what this means for buyers and sellers.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
6 Tips For Winter Buying & Selling 2023-2024
Buying & selling during the winter season can be a bit different than other times of year & Alice gives her tips to help you have a successful transaction.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
Are Home Prices Normalizing?
Price movement in 2023 has been up and down significantly across the nation, with most recent numbers leveling out to "normal" appreciation. Some of these changes are seasonal, especially in lifestyle destinations such as Southern Oregon, and Alice looks at past data as a basis for her predictions on where prices may be headed through the beginning of 2024.
View Charts Here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pITPkgW5Ysl5hCiokkzqORYqdJWDca4o?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
5 Year Home Price Predictions (According to NAR's Chief Economist)
Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors, Lawrence Yun, does not predict a crash anytime soon- in fact he is predicting a stable market with modest appreciation over the next 5 years! Plus Alice gives her tips for Southern Oregon sellers that are trying to decide whether to stay on the market through the holidays or not.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
Big Changes For Buyer Commissions? Update On The NAR Lawsuit
Alice explains what is happening with the lawsuit against NAR & other big-name real estate companies, regarding who pays for buyer agency commissions. What will this mean for buyers and sellers in Southern Oregon? Stay tuned!
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
Top Reasons For Moving...It's Not What You'd Expect!
Alice reviews a recent Redfin survey asking homeowners why they are choosing to move & what they are looking to buy next, PLUS her tips on how sellers can use this information to make their homes more attractive to today's buyers in Southern Oregon.
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Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Foreclosure Update 2023...Here's The Data!
In a report on the 2008 U.S. housing crisis, certain areas were hit the hardest by foreclosures. Alice goes over the numbers for those areas and compares them to today's foreclosure rates to give the data some historical context...on the episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Prices Up 1.9% On Existing Home Sales Nationwide! Summer/Fall 2023
A new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows existing sale prices up 1.9% across the country. Alice tells us what this may indicate for the upcoming fall season in Southern Oregon ...on the episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
2023 Year- End Housing Price Forecasts...You Might Be Surprised!
U.S. housing experts just released their end of the year price forecasts for 2023 and they might surprise you! Alice takes you back to the data & predictions from December 2022, compares them to today's forecast, PLUS how this is expected to impact our local Southern Oregon housing market...on the episode of Alice's Analysis. Weekly episodes are now available on Amazon Music in the podcast section!
Click here to view the KCM chart: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PWt4_JoB0A8bMvWqvHbl7sLffdAQrekm/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
11,000 U.S. Homes Sell Each Day...Here's The Surprising Southern Oregon Numbers!
Alice looks at the overall number of homes that have sold in Southern Oregon each year since 2019, breaking down the data by county as well as area totals & compares these numbers to where we are at so far in 2023...on this episode of Alice's Analysis. Weekly episodes are now available on Amazon Music in the podcast section!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Home Equity Is At A 4-Year High: How Does That Impact Your Real Estate?
National numbers are showing overall home equity to be at a 4-year high. Alice explains what this means for you as a homeowner and what your options are to use that extra equity & create more value in your current home or purchase another property...on this episode of Alice's Analysis! Click here to view chart from ATTOM: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cJ8jl0lz1IzEzDO832IA93gD4K4XnHei/view?usp=sharing Alice Lema, Broker 541-301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford Oregon 97504 #homequity #realestate #realestatetrends #alicelemabroker #johnlscottrealestate #southernoregonrealestate #housingmarket2023
August 2023 Price Trends Update: Jackson, Josephine & Klamath Counties
Since 2021 the average residential prices in Southern Oregon have fluctuated, while consistently showing a gap between the listing prices and the sold prices. Alice describes the trends and where the market is now...on this episode of Alice's Analysis. Click here to view charts & graphs: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vfE5KKncEcSCrkrIb5UM7F_PeQ7xtqeb/view?usp=sharing Alice Lema, Broker 541-301-7980 https://www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford Oregon 97504 #realestateprices #realestatetrends #alicelemabroker #johnlscottrealestate #southernoregonrealestate #housingmarket2023 #housingmarketupdate
Real Estate List Price vs. Sold Price...Why Such A Disconnect?
Charts with data from all three Southern Oregon counties are showing a disconnect between the listing price and the final sold price on properties that sold between June 2022 & June 2023. Alice explains the factors involved and how buyers and sellers can position themselves accordingly...on this week's episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Homebuyers Beware: Real Estate Prices Are Creeping Up!
National real estate data is showing a slight uptick in prices with trends pointing to a continued increase over the next few months. Alice advises that now may be a good time to buy if you are able to find the right property for your needs, despite the level of mortgage interest rates...on this week's episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
2023 Mid-Year Predictions For The Housing Market
Alice gives her predictions for the rest of 2023's housing market including inventory, pricing and tips for current buyers & sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Why The Number of People Living In Multi-Gen Households Has Quadrupled
Data from the last 50 years shows how multi-generational households in the U.S. have gone up and down in popularity. Now with more people than ever choosing to live this way, Alice explains the factors involved and how it may impact the real estate market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
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Are Housing Prices Going Up Or Down? June 2023
Looking at recent pricing trends for the national housing market, Alice makes predictions for our local area and where real estate prices are headed in the next half of 2023.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford OR 97504
#housingcrash #marketupdate #southernoregonrealestate #alicelemabroker #johnlscottrealestate #southernoregonhousingmarket
The "Unicorn" Housing Market Is Gone...3 Reasons Why
Recent housing data is showing a return to normal levels in pricing and demand after the unusual "unicorn" market that occurred during and immediately after the pandemic shut down...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
House Hacks For Homeowners
Alice explains the wealth-building benefits and monetization options for both new and existing homeowners who are looking to make the most out of their property, including long-term and short-term ways to create more financial stability for you and your family...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Buying Real Estate With A VA Loan
Alice explains what makes the VA loan program special compared to other types of mortgage loans, what the restrictions are and how to purchase a home using VA benefits...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford OR 97504
Changing Mortgage Rates: The Actual Impact On Our Real Estate Market
Alice breaks down what the current rates are, the actual difference in monthly mortgage payments that you might expect and the many factors that go into the final interest rate that you are eligible for on a mortgage loan...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
2023 Home Prices...Are The Worst Declines Done?
Alice reviews both local & national housing market data and gives predictions about where prices may be headed in Southern Oregon's three biggest counties which are Jackson County, Josephine County and Klamath Counties....on this episode of Alice's Analysis. No short sale or foreclosure sales in any of the three counties.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L.Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford OR 97504
The Difference Between Inspection Reports & Appraisals
Not sure what an inspection or appraisal might do for you in your real estate transaction? Alice breaks down the differences between the two reports and what they mean for buyers & sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.alicelema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Millennials & Real Estate: Why The Biggest Generation Wants To Own
With 72 Million people in the US alone, Millennials are influencing the real estate market more and more in recent years. Alice explains why they are entering the market and what motivates them...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.alicelema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Due Diligence & Inspections: What To Know For Buyers & Sellers
Alice explains why inspections are important for buyers, looks at some recent national data & goes over why she recommends that sellers do their inspections before listing...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.alicelema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Why Are Home Prices NOT Crashing? Spring 2023 Real Estate Update
Recent reports from leading economists explain why many real estate markets are staying active and NOT seeing a crash in home prices. Alice goes over the local & national data for Spring 2023...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Closing Costs! What Buyers & Sellers Need To Know
Closing costs! Alice explains what they are, who the fees go to and how much you should plan to pay for them as a buyer or seller...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Could 2023 Homebuyers Gain $54k In The Next 5 Years??
Alice goes over recent data from KCM that suggests recent homebuyers may be $54k wealthier over the next 5 years, plus local stats for Jackson & Josephine counties...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Inspection Reports- Tips For Buyers & Sellers To Be Prepared
Inspection reports & doing repairs are a critical part of any real estate sale or purchase. Alice breaks down the process and gives 3 tips to buyers and sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Multi-Generational Living...Is It For You?
Combining households into one multi-generational property can be helpful for providing caregiving, financial support and other benefits to your loved ones, but there are a few things to consider first! Alice gives her tips for buying a property that will meet everyone's needs...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Oregon Homeowners Gain Over 50% + 2023 Foreclosure Update
New data from Keeping Current Matters (KCM) shows that Oregon homeowners have gained more than 50% equity appreciation on average, over the past 5 years. Alice goes over the numbers for Southern Oregon and talks about the factors affecting our real estate market right now...on this episode of Alice's Analysis. Alice Lema, Broker 541-301-7980 www.AliceLema.com John L. Scott Real Estate 871 Medford Center, Medford, Oregon 97504
Down Payment Myths & Options For Homebuyers
Mortgage loans are an essential part of the homebuying process for many of us and one of the main factors that will impact your loan is the down payment, but you may be surprised to hear how much the requirements vary. Alice breaks down some of the common loan options and what they require, on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Spring Housing 2023...Is The Market Changing?
Alice gives us a market update as we start moving into the busy Spring season and takes a look at both current and previous years' foreclosure data to see if it indicates a potential crash in the housing market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
3 Things To Consider When Combining Love & Real Estate
Buying & selling real estate with the people that you love does not have to be difficult and if you prepare ahead of time, it can greatly benefit everyone involved. Alice breaks down 3 important considerations to help you & your loved ones navigate the process more easily...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Where Will You Go If You Sell Your Home? Consider These Options!
Many people are hesitant to list their home or agree to sell without having their next house already in contract. Alice describes a few options that you should consider for where to stay if you want to sell your home now, but don't have the next one ready to move into...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Should You Sell BEFORE Spring? 5 Things To Consider...You Might Be Surprised!
Market conditions are coming together to make a favorable environment for selling your Southern Oregon house before Spring hits & Alice gives us 5 reasons why you should consider it...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
What's Really Happening With HOME PRICES!
Price volatility has been high over the past 2 years, but is now starting to level-off as prices come off of those volatile highs. Alice looks at the data to see what national trends & local numbers are telling us about the year ahead in real estate markets...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
2023 Housing Market Predictions: 3 Economists Weigh-In On The Next 12 Months
Alice reviews the most recent 2023 national market predictions made by leading economists and breaks down the data from Jackson & Josephine counties...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504