What causes Galveston home prices to fluctuate?

Over time, the value of a piece of real estate will fluctuate up and down. Generally, home values appreciate in the long term. But there is always a certain amount of risk in real estate.

When your house appreciates you have a greater asset to borrow against, and you make a better profit when you sell. Property values in Galveston waver for different reasons, so how will you be sure what you're purchasing today won't depreciate the day after you close? The most important aspect to consider is that you select a REALTOR^® in Galveston who knows the factors that affect local prices.

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The economy is assumed to be the most influential factor affecting real estate appreciation. Obviously, there are several factors on a national level that adjust your house's value: unemployment, interest rates, the stock market, and more. But the most significant factors that figure your home's value are specific to the local Galveston economy and residential market.

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Location in a community - Most people want homes in the regions with the best and most convenient places we go often or everyday, such as our schools and jobs. So these regions typically appreciate, or carry their value consistently, year to year.

Real estate sales trends - How fast are houses selling? What was the selling price versus the asking price? Some information can be obtained from public records, but a good agent with access to the local MLS will often provide a more complete picture.

Appreciation history - Have home prices risen or declined over the past 5-10 years? Is the neighborhood thought of as desirable because of its location or affordability?

Local economy - Is there a nice mixture of business in an area, or does it depend on just one industry? Have companies moved into or away from an area? Are local businesses hiring? All these play a role.


	It's worthwhile to learn about the factors that impact your home's value. Visit this link for an evaluation of your property's value. Have any questions? Please feel free to call me at 409.765.9837 or e-mail me.